Disaster Assistance
Emergency support, FEMA aid, and recovery resources for natural disasters.
Recovering After a Disaster
If you have been affected by a hurricane, flood, wildfire, tornado, or other natural disaster, federal and local programs are available to help you rebuild. This page connects you with immediate emergency shelter, FEMA financial aid, and legal assistance for insurance claims.
FEMA Assistance
Apply for federal disaster assistance for temporary housing, home repairs, and other needs.
Apply Online at DisasterAssistance.gov Call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362)American Red Cross
Find open emergency shelters, food, and relief supplies near you immediately.
Find Open SheltersFind Your State Emergency Agency
Types of FEMA Assistance
Housing Assistance
Temporary rental assistance, home repairs, replacement of disaster-damaged home.
Other Needs Assistance
Medical/dental, funeral, childcare, moving/storage, vehicle repair.
SBA Disaster Loans
Low-interest loans for homeowners, renters, businesses, and non-profits.
Disaster Legal Services (DLS)
When the President declares a major disaster, FEMA provides free legal help to low-income survivors through the American Bar Association.
What they help with:
- Insurance claims and appeals
- Replacing lost legal documents (wills, deeds, ID)
- Home repair contractor disputes
- Landlord/tenant problems
- FEMA appeals