I am forwarding an email I received that outlines phone numbers and contacts for the various Florida support recovery. Thank you to Ed Nieves who has sent out FEMA information
Susan Pettigrew,
President, Sea Horse Park Board of Directors
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If you were, unfortunately, impacted by the storm, you are in our thoughts as you begin your recovery journey.
To that end, the State of Florida, and the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) stand ready and available to assist with your recovery. Support and services are outlined below and available online at 4828 | FEMA.gov.
Hope Florida
Activate Hope, part of the Hope Florida initiative, connects Floridians with resources from the private sector, nonprofits, and government to support disaster recovery, including food, household goods, and home repairs. For assistance, visit Hurricane Helene Recovery – Hope Floridaor call 1-833 438-4673 (GET-HOPE).
FEMA Assistance
A major disaster declaration has been issued for Hurricane Helene, providing various forms of assistance to Florida residents.
FEMA Individual & Household Assistance: IHP Assistance may include funds for temporary housing (rental assistance or hotel reimbursement), repair or replacement of primary residences, coverage for other uninsured or under-insured disaster-related expenses, and other needs.
Ways to Register with FEMA
- Online: Visit DisasterAssistance.gov or download the FEMA app.
- Phone: Call the FEMA registration hotline at 800-621-3362 (TTY: 800-462-7585, 711 or VRS users can also call 800-621-3362) for assistance.
- In-Person: Register at a Disaster Recovery Center; locations can be found on the DRC Locator or via the FEMA app.
Additional Resources
Offers essential mental health support, recovery information, and helplines for immediate assistance related to Hurricane Helene.
Connects individuals with agencies for unmet needs resulting from Hurricane Helene.
Additional Important Numbers and Websites
- DisasterAssistance.gov
This website provides information on federal disaster assistance programs and how to apply for aid.
- Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA): 800-385-3920
For those who have lost their jobs due to the disaster and need unemployment benefits. - State Assistance Information Line (SAIL): 800-342-3557
A resource for general state assistance programs, including financial aid and recovery services.
- Find A Contractor: DCNOnline – Home Page
Use this site to locate licensed contractors for repairs or rebuilding efforts. - Florida Disaster Resources: Floridadisaster.biz
A comprehensive resource for businesses seeking assistance and recovery options. - Private Sector Hotline: 850-815-4925 / 850-410-1403
For businesses affected by the hurricane, this hotline offers support and guidance.
- Price Gouging Hotline: 866-966-7226
Report any instances of price gouging for essential goods and services during the disaster recovery period. - Florida Power Outage: 1-800-468-8243
Report power outages and get updates on restoration efforts.
Additionally, representatives of federal, state, local, and volunteer organizations are made available to help disaster survivors who are applying for assistance.
Please keep these resources in mind as you navigate recovery.