Here is an update regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on Osceola County.
Osceola County leadership continues to ensure assistance is provided to our residents during this difficult time as we deal with the impact of the Coronavirus.
FOOD PANTRY SUPPORT:
Osceola County recognizes the continuous work of our local food pantries to assist our residents impacted by COVID-19. In order to address a shortage of resources at our food pantries, we will be providing gap funding to key organizations beginning the week of April 6, and support these non-profits in their dedication to feed those in need in our community.
Residents in need are encouraged to contact the organizations directly to determine availability and distribution times. Hours of operation will vary and resources are limited.
Among the pantries receiving emergency funding are:
· Anointed Victorious Outreach, 1901 S. Poinciana Blvd., Kissimmee 34758, 954-393-9768
· Church of Agape Love, 1548 Tallahassee Blvd., Intercession City 33848, 863-651-6878/407-319-7876
· Community Hope Center, 2198 Four Winds Blvd., Kissimmee 34746, 407-910-2216
· One United Mission, 1751 Ball Park Road, Kissimmee 34741, 407-766-4749
· Iglesia Cristiana Renuevo, 290 Competition Drive, Kissimmee 34743, 407-870-0083
· Iglesia De Dios Pentecostal M.I., 2519 Fortune Road, Kissimmee 34744, 407-922-1671
· Living Water Fellowship, 4101 Pleasant Hill Road, Kissimmee 34746, 407-922-7725
· St. Rose of Lima, 3870 Pleasant Hill Road, Kissimmee 34746, 407-932-5004
· Advanced Senior Center, 2260 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee 34744, 407-350-3311
· Church and Community Assistance Program, 10 S. Orlando Ave., Kissimmee 34741, 407-750-6017
· Life Changing Global Ministries, 2727 N. John Young Parkway Suite G, Kissimmee 34741, 407-339-1959
· Osceola Council on Aging, 700 Generation Point, Kissimmee 34744, 407-847-2144
· Salvation Army, 700 Union Street, Kissimmee, 34741, 407-944-9968
· St. John Episcopal Church-Trinity House, 1709 N. John Young Parkway, Kissimmee 34741, 267-650-0622
· Summit Bible Church, 1901 S. John Young Parkway, Kissimmee 34741, 407-483-1688
· St. Cloud Community Pantry, 901 Missouri Ave., St. Cloud 34769, 407-892-7070
Additional organizations may be added, and residents may visit www.osceola.org/COVID19 for an updated list of food pantries and other resources available.
FORECLOSURE PREVENTION AND RENTAL ASSISTANCE:
Beginning on Monday, April 6, qualified homeowners and renters who have lost their jobs or had an impact to their income due to COVID-19 may apply for foreclosure prevention or rental assistance, respectively, to assist for up to two months.
The county will accept applications for “Emergency COVID19 Housing Assistance” at Housing.Osceola.org. In order to determine if applicants qualify, they will need to provide proof of job loss, current lease, social security card, birth certificate and some other documentation that will be listed on the website. Applicants will be addressed on a first-come, first-ready basis.
FORECLOSURE/EVICTION RELIEF:
Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-94 on April 2, preventing foreclosure and eviction actions for non-payment for 45 days. The order does not forgive or waive payments due during this time. All monies owed for mortgage or rent payments are still owed according to contracts.
‘STAY AT HOME’ LOCAL ORDERS AND STATE ORDERS
Governor DeSantis issued Executive Orders 20-91 and 20-92 on April 1, reflecting a statewide “Safer at Home” declaration. Under these Orders, residents are asked to limit movement within the state, asking residents to only leave the home to obtain or provide essentials services or conduct essential activities.
Osceola County’s current Emergency Orders are still in effect. Order 1 established a curfew for residents from 11 p.m. until 5 a.m. Order 3 is the current “Stay at Home” mandate which orders residents to stay at home as much as possible, orders non-essential businesses to close but allows residents to continue to do essential tasks. For details, visit https://www.osceola.org/core/fileparse.php/7578/urlt/032720_Executive-Order-3-Stay-at-Home.pdf.
Additionally, businesses can now seek further guidance from the state to determine if they are essential by filling out this form: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/c3348d7bc8d041fdb6a19b68ee7960fa
