 TITLE: How to Change Your Budget in a Financial Emergency CONTENT: Explore Government Help\n-----------------------\nThe federal government is taking measures to help Americans get through the current crisis. If you're eligible for tax relief or direct payments, you could put the money toward essential expenses, credit card payments or other debt. To find out whether you're eligible, how much money you might get and when you might receive a check, visit the IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief page.\nAnd if you've found yourself temporarily or permanently out of work, you might be eligible for stepped-up unemployment benefits under the American Rescue Plan Act enacted in March.\nAll of this aid can help you retool your budget and help calm rough financial waters. END