Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America
3838 W. Cypress St
Tampa, FL 33607
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Getting FEMA
Help
Disaster Assistance for Individuals and Families
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides help for those who have been victims of a disaster with financial assistance for such things as housing and lost jobs and connects them to other service providers for initial basic needs like food, water and shelter.
Those affected adversely by Hurricane Charley should apply for FEMA assistance first before contacting any other services. A FEMA number will be assigned to each applicant, and this number will be required for other services. After applying for FEMA, then contact insurance and the American Red Cross for basic needs like water, food and shelter. For assistance navigating the relief process, contact Lutherans Services Florida (see below).
Below are links to information that will help with relief assistance:
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FEMA
Assistance by County
Contact information, phone numbers, addresses and bulletins.
Links also to Red Cross and major insurance companies.
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Basic
information about FEMA
Frequently asked questions about what is covered by FEMA, how
to apply, securing assistance for housing and job loss.
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FEMA Assistance to Individuals
A complete list of the type of assistance available, from
housing to job to medical to transportation.
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FEMA en espanol
Ayuda a individuos y familias
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American Red Cross
Shelter Locations
Providing initial help with food, shelter and water.
+ Map of Florida Counties declared disaster areas by FEMA
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Lutheran Disaster
Response help sites
For help navigating the relief process