Apply for FEMA Assistance Even If You Are Unsure You Qualify
Apply for FEMA Assistance Even If You Are Unsure You Qualify When your home has been damaged or destroyed in a disaster and you aren’t sure what your insurance will cover or if you qualify for federal help, you may put off applying for FEMA assistance. Don’t. Gather your documents and take time to complete an application. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Jan. 7. Tennessee survivors of Tropical Storm Helene who live in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington counties may apply. FEMA may be able help with home repairs, rental assistance for your family – and
There is Still Time to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance After Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
There is Still Time to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance After Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – Homeowners and renters affected by Hurricane Helene in South Carolina have until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 7, 2025, to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA urges survivors in designated areas to apply as soon as possible. FEMA assistance may include funds for temporary housing while you are unable to live in your home, such as rental assistance or reimbursement for hotel costs; funds to support the repair or replacement of your primary home, including privately-owned access routes, such as driveways, roads, or
One Month Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance
One Month Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance North Carolinians with disaster-related damage or loss from Tropical Storm Helene have one month to apply for federal assistance. The application deadline is Jan. 7, 2025. This applies to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina and residents of the following counties: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Forsyth, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lee, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Nash, Polk, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin and Yancey. Homeowners and renters in these areas may be eligible
Residents Affected by Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Can Apply for an SBA Loan
Residents Affected by Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Can Apply for an SBA Loan ANCHORAGE, Alaska – FEMA is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to meet the needs of residents who were affected by the Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding. The SBA is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for businesses and residents impacted by the disaster. In previously declared major disasters, 80% of SBA loans were approved for homeowners and renters. If you are in the City and Borough of Juneau and were impacted, you are eligible to apply. The SBA is the largest source of funds to help
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance ANCHORAGE, Alaska – Residents who were affected by the August 5-6 flooding that occurred in the City and Borough of Juneau have until Monday, December 16, to apply for FEMA housing and other needs assistance, and FEMA Disaster Unemployment Assistance, administered through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, and the U.S. Department of Labor. This deadline is for residents who may need assistance with: Funds for home repairs Temporary rental assistance Damaged vehicles and essential personal property Loss of subsistence items Medical and dental expenses caused by the disaster
FEMA Urges South Carolinians to Apply for Assistance Despite Concerns Regarding Homeowners’ Insurance
FEMA Urges South Carolinians to Apply for Assistance Despite Concerns Regarding Homeowners’ Insurance COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you were affected by Hurricane Helene and have an active insurance policy, state and FEMA officials urge South Carolinians to check with their insurance company and FEMA to start their road to recovery. “We know that some survivors of Hurricane Helene are concerned about the impact filing a claim may have on increasing their premiums,” said Director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance, Michael Wise. “We urge people affected by Hurricane Helene to talk with their agent or company representative to understand
One Day Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance
One Day Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance BRISTOL, Va.— Tomorrow is the final day for Virginians in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and cities of Galax and Radford who were affected by the Hurricane Helene to apply for FEMA assistance. Graphic Survivors can apply for FEMA assistance by: Visiting a Disaster Recovery Center Going online to DisasterAssistance.gov Downloading the FEMA mobile app Calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use video relay service, captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for
Georgia Survivors of Hurricane Helene Have Until Early December to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Georgia Survivors of Hurricane Helene Have Until Early December to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance ATLANTA – The early December deadlines for survivors of the 63 Georgia counties affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) vary depending on the dates that DUA was granted to each county. Residents who were affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for DUA to help compensate for income lost as a direct result of the storm. They must first apply for regular unemployment insurance on the Georgia Department of Labor website at dol.georgia.gov. Applicants may be eligible for a weekly
One Week Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance
One Week Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance BRISTOL, Va.— Individuals and households in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and cities of Galax and Radford who were affected by the Hurricane Helene have one week left to apply for FEMA assistance. Graphic Survivors can apply for FEMA assistance by: Visiting a Disaster Recovery Center Going online to DisasterAssistance.gov Downloading the FEMA mobile app Calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The helpline is available seven days a week in most languages. If you use video relay
FEMA Encourages Families with Diverse Immigration Status to Apply
FEMA Encourages Families with Diverse Immigration Status to Apply Des Moines, Iowa — If you had flood related damage or storm-caused expenses and live or own a business in Buena Vista, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Humboldt, Lyon, Monona, O'Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pottawattamie, Scott, Sioux and Woodbury counties, FEMA assistance can provide grants to help cover temporary housing, home repairs and other disaster related needs. You or a member of your household must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national or qualified non-citizen to apply. Families with diverse immigration status, including adults who are undocumented, may still apply for assistance if: