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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \u2013 March 16, 2020:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In light of recent directives from federal, state, and local agencies related to limiting the spread of COVID-19, Crisis Assistance Ministry will close all its facilities until further notice, effective close of business March 17, 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Families Safe For Now<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With utility companies temporarily halting disconnections and NC courts stopping evictions and foreclosures, at-risk families will feel some relief in the short term to ensure they remain stably housed with utilities flowing. Therefore, for the safety of customers, volunteers, and employees the agency\u2019s buildings will close to minimize the community threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help Will Still Be Needed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the temporary suspension of utility disconnections and\nevictions offers relief to families right now, the agency anticipates the need\nfor emergency financial assistance may be unprecedented once the threat from\nCOVID-19 has passed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bills that are suspended will continue to multiply over time\nas struggling families continue to feel the economic impact of closures and quarantine\nmeasures.  Financial support from the\ncommunity will be essential to meet those needs in the future.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Financial contributions can be made online anytime at https:\/\/crisisassistance.org\/challenge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Crisis Assistance Ministry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crisis Assistance\nMinistry helps Mecklenburg County families experiencing poverty with life\u2019s\nmost basic needs:\u202f\nemergency rent and utility assistance, clothing, household goods, furniture,\nbeds, and appliances. Beyond the crisis, the independent non-profit\norganization introduces pathways to economic opportunity, empowers families to\nimprove their financial security, and engages the community to create\nunderstanding of the complex issues facing neighbors living in poverty. In the\nmost recent fiscal year, more than 20,000 families received some form of\nassistance from the agency. Visit them online at crisisassistance.org<\/a> to learn more about preventing\nhomelessness and preserving dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NOTE: As conditions and expert advice changes, further updates will be shared here and via social media.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact: Liana\nHumphrey, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, lhumphrey@crisisassistance.org<\/a>, 704.227.2791.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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