FEMA - Disaster Assistance
If you need to find a shelter, text SHELTER plus your ZIP CODE to 43362 (for example SHELTER 10278)
For DISASTER ASSISTANCE go to the FEMA web Site: www.fema.gov
This has several links, including what you need to know both before and after you apply and this one Apply for Assistance which takes you to:
There are three ways to apply for assistance:
- Apply Online at DisasterAssistance.gov
- Apply via a smartphone at m.fema.gov
- Apply by Phone:
- Call (800) 621-3362.
- Call TTY (800) 462-7585 for people with speech or hearing disabilities.
Or you can go directly to:
Disaster Assistance: http://www.disasterassistance.gov
Which has links for Find Assistance, Apply for Assistance, and Check Your Application Status
All of these sites, beginning with the FEMA one have many more links which you may find helpful depending on your specific needs. Please take advantage of these resources.