RECOVERY

Disaster Assistance

family emergency plan

GETTING HELP FROM THE FEDS

The federal government’s Disaster Assistance Improvement Program provides disaster survivors with information, support and services. FEMA disaster assistance is available if the President signs a declaration of disaster.

YOU CAN...

Apply for disaster assistance

Locate a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center near you

Learn about Small Business Administration (SBA) loans

Check the status of assistance applications

Find a hotel or other place to live

Get information about food and nutrition programs

Red Cross

AMERICAN RED CROSS SERVICES

The Red Cross Safe and Well program is a central location for people in disaster areas to report their current status so their loved ones can see their status. Follow the instructions on the website to register and review the process before disaster strikes so you know how it works.