“The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.”
Find Assistance | disasterassistance.gov
D-SNAP Helps With Food Costs After a Declared Disaster
“The Disaster Assistance Improvement Program’s (DAIP) mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.”
- Plan Ahead for Disasters | Ready.gov
- Ready.gov: Emergency Management Resources for Seniors
- Ready.gov: Emergency Planning Resources for People with Disabilities
Disasters and Emergencies | USAGov
“Learn how to prepare for and recover from disasters and emergencies.”
Prepare Yourself for Natural Disasters | Benefits.gov
Individuals and Households Program (IHP) – Housing Assistance | Benefits.gov
Emergency Preparedness | ACL Administration for Community Living
Emergency Preparedness Resources for Persons with Disabilities