GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN RESOURCES

If you or someone you know is affected by the 2025 U.S. Government Shutdown, the resources below can provide support with short-term cash flow, payment relief, utilities, and mental health services.

During times of furlough, funding delays, or financial uncertainty, it’s common to feel overwhelmed managing mortgage payments, everyday expenses, and long-term financial goals. This guide is designed to help federal employees explore loan and assistance programs and offer practical insight on how to navigate selling your home strategically, should that become necessary.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult your mortgage servicer, credit union, or a licensed financial professional before making any major financial decisions.

Financial Institutions

• Andrews Federal Credit Union

• Apple Federal Credit Union

• Arlington Community Federal Credit Union

• Chase

• Congressional Federal Credit Union

• FedChoice Federal Credit Union

• FEEA

• State of Maryland – Federal Worker Emergency Loan

• Hyundai Motor Finance

• Interior Federal Credit Union

• Lexus Financial

• MyFed Benefits

• Navy Federal Credit Union

• NIH Federal Credit Union

• PayPal

• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

• Tower Federal Credit Union

• Truist

• Union Plus

• USAA

• U.S. Bank

• US Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU)

• USEFCU

• Wells Fargo (General)

Mortgage Assistance

• Associated Bank

• Atlantic Union Bank

• United Bank

• Carrington Mortgage

• Dovenmuehle Mortgage

• Freedom Mortgage

• Guild Mortgage Company

• Lakeview Loan Servicing

• LoanCare, LLC

• M&T Bank

• Planet Home Lending

• PNC Bank

• PennyMac

• Mr. Cooper

• Rocket Mortgage

• TD Bank

• U.S. Bank – Mortgage Assistance

• Wells Fargo – Mortgage

• Fifth Third Bank

Utilities

• BGE

• Virginia’s Home Energy Assistance Program

• Dominion Energy

• Emergency Assistance Programs (NOVEC)

• PEPCO

• SMECO

• NOVEC

• Washington Gas

• WSSC Water

Free Mental Health Resources

• FindTreatment.gov

• Justice Connection

• Wellfed

Other Resources

• Arlington County (VA)

• First Bank of Virginia

• First Command

• Fairfax County (VA)

• Gate City Bank

• Synchrony

• WesBanco

Disclaimer: This page aggregates third‑party resources for convenience. Programs change frequently and eligibility varies. Always verify current terms with the provider directly. Questions about selling your home or a broken link? Contact ReShawna Leaven at (240) 284-4114. Share with resource with others.