Turner Encourages Constituents To Start Applying For Aid

WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Bob Turner (NY-09) is informing constituents on how to report damages and apply for aid.
 
“This unbelievable disaster has left many people in my district and throughout New York in desperate need of help,” said Congressman Turner. “It is important that those who need assistance know where and how to apply for aid. I want to encourage everyone to not only apply as soon as possible, but to also take the time to fully understand the process involved and documentation needed when submitting the application.”

Residents may apply for aid at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) or via mobile at m.fema.gov. It is necessary for those applying for FEMA aid to file a claim with their insurance companies in advance. Small business owners and residents can also visit the Small Business Association website to learn about disaster loans they may be eligible for. For information or to find a local Disaster Recovery Center, potential applicants can contact the SBA Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.

Constituents needing additional information are encouraged to contact Congressman Turner’s Queens office at (718) 426-5000 or his Washington D.C. office at (202) 225-6616.
 
Additional Information:
 
FEMA Federal Aid Programs for State of New York Disaster Recovery
http://www.fema.gov/news-release/federal-aid-programs-state-new-york-disaster-recovery-2
 
FEMA Assistance To Individual Households Factsheet
http://www.fema.gov/pdf/media/factsheets/2011/dad_asst_indv_households.pdf
 
SBA Disaster Loan Fact Sheet
http://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/Factsheet%20NY%2013365.pdf
 
Congressman Bob Turner represents New York’s 9th Congressional district and serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and House Committee on Homeland Security.
 
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