The coronavirus pandemic is more than a health crisis—it’s a financial crisis too. The City of Wichita announced Thursday that it had launched an emergency assistance program to help those who live in Sedgwick County and have a financial hardship due to COVID-19. “If you qualify, then we’ll be able to hopefully be able to give you a helping hand when it comes to your rent or utility bills when you fall behind,” Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple said. If you need help with rental and utility payment assistance or foreclosure counseling, and you meet certain income guidelines, you can receive financial assistance from the city.
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