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Community Support Resources

Hello Families,
 
At Rowlett Middle Academy, we believe that education is a collaborative effort. Students, Staff, and Parents/Guardians must maintain an open, supportive dialogue to help our campus stay safe. That said, we have compiled these resources that might be helpful to you.
 
 

Florida Division of Emergency Management

    • Offers local recovery resources and updates on disaster declarations.

Website: FloridaDisaster.org
 
 

  • FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) offers disaster assistance for people affected by hurricanes and floods. Even if you have insurance, FEMA may cover items not included in your policy.Assistance may include temporary housing, repairs, personal property replacement, and disaster-related medical expenses.

  • Website: FEMA Disaster Assistance, https://www.disasterassistance.gov

  • Phone: 1-800-621-3362

     

    State Assistance Information Line-Residents in need of information or resources should call the State Assistance Information Line (SAIL) at 1-800-342-3557. English, Spanish and Creole speakers are available to answer questions.

     

    National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

    1. Contact your insurer or the NFIP hotline for claims related to flood damage.

    2. Website: FloodSmart.gov

 
 
Airbnb.org is providing free, temporary housing for people who have been displaced by Hurricane Helene in several US states.

    1. For more information click here.

      Florida residents displaced by the hurricane should contact FLUMC by calling (863) 688-5563 or (800) 282-8011 (toll-free) or by contacting their local 211, which they can find at 211.org.

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    Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

    • $15 million available for businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene. 

    • The program provides short-term, zero-interest loans to small businesses that experienced economic injury or physical damage due to Hurricane Helene. 

    • Interested applicants can apply now through November 25, 2024, or until all available funds are expended

    • FloridaJobs.org/EBL

https://floridacommerce.my.site.com/RebuildFloridaBusinessLoanFund/s/

 

 

 

Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loans

    • You may qualify for low-interest loans for home repair or replacing damaged property.

      SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to qualified homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes

      loans may help with home repair or replacement, personal property, vehicles, mitigation, business losses, and working capital for small business and most private nonprofits.


    • Website: SBA Disaster Loans, https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance/hurricane-helene

 

 

Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP)

 

 
    • Temporary food assistance for families affected by disasters. Check with Florida's Department of Children and Families for eligibility.

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    Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

     

    • If the disaster has impacted your ability to work, you may be eligible for unemployment benefits.

 
Spectrum offering free, unlimited access to Spectrum WiFi access points in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. For locations: https://lnkd.in/ghjN6wAD
 
 

Crisis Cleanup-People can receive free services like cutting fallen trees, tarping roofs and mold mitigation with the help of Crisis Cleanup by calling 844-965-1386. The hotline is open through October 11 and can connect people with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and the faith-based community who may be able to assist.

Disaster Legal Services (DLS) provides free legal help to individuals who earn a low income and live in a federally declared disaster area. Legal advice is limited to cases that will not produce a fee. Cases that may generate a fee are turned over to a local lawyer referral service. DLS may be able to help you with: 

  • Insurance claims for doctor and hospital bills, loss of property, or loss of life 

  • New wills, powers of attorney, and other legal documents lost in the disaster 

  • Home repair contracts and contractors 

  • Problems with landlords 

Learn more about Disaster Legal Services.

 

IRS tax relief-If you live in an area affected by a federally declared disaster, you may be eligible for IRS tax relief. Tax relief options may include a tax filing extension and an expedited refund. 

Get more information about disaster tax relief options.