AKA:

FEMA

Description:

Provides information and financial assistance for people and small businesses affected by disasters. Financial assistance is only available for losses not covered by insurance. Assistance is also only available in an area where a disaster, declared by the President of the United States, occurred.

If a disaster is federally declared, FEMA may provide financial assistance for:
- Necessary home repairs
- Emergency assistance for mortgage and rent
- Home replacement
- Medical and dental services
- Funeral services
- Transportation, moving, and storage services

To check the status of an application visit www.disasterassistance.gov

Eligibility:

Must be individuals, families, and small businesses affected by a disaster that has been declared by the President of the United States

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit website for services

Documents Required
- Social Security Number
- Employer!€™s payroll document containing full or last four digits of your SSN
- Military identification
- Marriage license to confirm proof of maiden name
- U.S. passport

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Public Service

Date of Official Change:

December 20, 2023

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