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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe UpLift program<\/a> focuses on eight areas of temporary relief:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Over the next few weeks, we will be getting the word out about some of the more critical issues in our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Emergency Rental Assistance<\/a> program has $170 million to assist households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about what you need in order to be eligible for emergency assistance by clicking here: \u200b\u200b<\/a>https:\/\/nmblc.org\/emergency-rent-help\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Black communities have been the most disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 virus. COVID-19 death rates among Black and African-American households are more than 2.7 times that of White households. Yet, vaccination rates in Whites are two times higher than in Blacks and African-Americans. So why aren\u2019t we getting the vaccine? Find out the COVID-19 myths vs the facts<\/a> here: https:\/\/nmblc.org\/vaccine-confidence\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Several mental health resources<\/a> are available throughout the state of New Mexico: https:\/\/nmblc.org\/mental-health\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Internet access<\/a> is essential for functioning in today\u2019s world. It\u2019s not always an option for those with limited financial resources. Find out about how to get help paying for your internet here: https:\/\/nmblc.org\/broadband-relief\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Voting<\/a> is your right as an American citizen. We have several voter registration agents at the NMBLC<\/a> office who can get you registered. Not registered to vote? 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COVID-19 Vaccine Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mental Health Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Free and Low-Cost Internet Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nVoter Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
UpLift Partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n