Dear Floridians,
Hurricane Irma was one of the most powerful storms ever recorded, prompting one of the largest evacuations in U.S. history.
This massive storm affected every part of our state. And as we now begin the process of cleaning up and rebuilding, I encourage every Floridian affected by this storm to apply for assistance with FEMA as soon as possible. You may be eligible for financial help or even direct assistance for things such as: clean-up, temporary housing, medical, moving expenses and more.
If you’re eligible, it’s important that you get your FEMA claim in as soon as possible, without delay.
To apply for FEMA assistance visit: www.disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362) TTY: 1-800-462-7585.
Please take a few minutes to review the information provided below. You may be eligible for other temporary assistance and benefits.
As I travel around our state, I am heartened by the stories I am hearing over and over again of Floridians helping Floridians. And I encourage you to share this information with your friends and neighbors as we work together to rebuild our state.
If you need any additional help, please don’t hesitate to contact our office by e-mail at: IrmaAssistance@billnelson.senate.gov, by phone toll free in Florida at 1-888-671-4091, or by stopping by one of our regional offices listed below.
Sincerely, EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE If you need emergency help call 9-1-1.HELP FOR SENIORS If you know of a senior who needs assistance call 9-1-1 and contact the Florida Department of Elder Affairs hotline at 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337). To report elder abuse, call 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873).BASIC SUPPLIES If you need supplies, such as food, water, or ice, please contact your county emergency management at: http://www.floridadisaster.org/fl_county_em.asp or by phone at (850) 815-4001 for the location of the nearest distribution center. Your county emergency management can provide up–to-date information about shelters and local distribution centers for food and supplies. FEMA ASSISTANCE To apply visit: www.disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362) TTY: 1-800-462-7585. For a list of counties approved for Individual Assistance visit: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4337#. HELP FOR VETERANS DIALYSIS TAX RELIEF DISASTER RECOVERY LOANS The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides loans and assistance to qualifying individuals, businesses, and communities after disasters. For more information visit: https://www.usda.gov/topics/disaster/storms, or contact the USDA office in Florida at: (352) 338-3400. DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE MORTGAGE RELIEF HURRICANE RESPONSE HIRING ADDITION ASSISTANCE BILL NELSON OFFICES IN FLORIDA Broward Ft. Myers Jacksonville Miami-Dade Orlando Tallahassee Tampa West Palm Beach |