Help may be available for challenges caused by hurricanes Helene and Milton, along with tropical storm Debby. Relief services can help with all kinds of things, including housing, food, utilities, unemployment, and much more.
Federal Help
Start by contacting FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Go to https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ or call 800-621-3362.
Before you apply for help from FEMA, make sure you have everything you’ll need. Here’s a checklist.
State Help
You can also connect with your state’s emergency management resources.
Orange County, Florida has been declared a disaster area, which means you may qualify for FEMA assistance. Connect with the Florida Office of Emergency Management.
Types of Assistance
FEMA lists all available types of assistance and provides links to more information. Here’s a partial list:
- Food Assistance for SNAP Recipients
- For Students
- Help with Utility Payments (LIHEAP)
- Unemployment Assistance
- Housing Voucher Help (Section 8)
Want a fast, anonymous way to see which types of help might be available for you? Take this quick quiz to get a personalized list.
