Indigent Burial Assistance

Brevard County through the Housing and Human Services Department provides funds for cremation assistance in accordance with Florida Statutes of an indigent person who has no relatives or resources that can assume this responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1. Who qualifies for the County Indigent Cremation Program?

Any resident of Brevard County who does not have any relatives or resources to pay for funeral expenses. If there are no relatives or resources to pay for burial, household must be at or below 125% of poverty guidelines.

2. How would someone apply for the Cremation Program?

They must call one of our offices to schedule an appointment. Must bring to the appointment the picture identification for all adult household members, social security cards, bank statements for the past 2 months and verification of income for the past two months for all household members.

3. Does the County help with Cremation services?

The County will assist up to $450 for cremation expenses, children and adults.

4. Can another Cremation Assistance program be used with the County's program?

No, If assistance is being received from another agency you will not qualify for the County's program.

5. Can the person making the funeral arrangements come into the office with a signed contract? (from a Funeral Home)

No, they must first come into office to determine if the deceased is eligible before signing any contracts.

6. If funeral services are more than what the County will pay, can I pay the difference?

No, the total funeral expenses cannot exceed the amount of assistance the County is paying.

7. Can I go to any Funeral Home to receive the assistance?

Yes, as long as the funeral home is willing to work with the County. It generally takes 2 to 3 weeks for the Funeral Home to receive payment.

For additional information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Community Action Agency.