FEMA INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR RESIDENTS
From the Florida Division of Emergency Management:
Florida has secured a Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Isaias, authorizing Individual Assistance for eight counties: Bay, Escambia, Gulf, Holmes, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Walton, and Washington.
This assistance provides critical federal resources to impacted Floridians for housing, home repairs, and other disaster-related needs.
Residents will be able to apply at DisasterAssistance.gov (NOTE: The portal is now live)
FDEM will continue working with federal partners to ensure impacted Floridians and communities receive the assistance they need to recover as quickly as possible.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: COORDINATED ENTRY CONNECT FORM
The Opening Doors Northwest Florida CONNECT Form has been removed from our website.
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If you previously submitted a CONNECT Form, you do not need to submit another application. A member of our Coordinated Entry team or a trained volunteer will contact you to verify your information, assess your current housing situation, and provide referrals to available resources.
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HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY RESOURCES
Individuals and families affected by Hurricane Isaias should contact disaster recovery resources first to access available assistance and referrals.
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Community Assistance: Dial 2-1-1 for available resources and referrals.
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Florida Disaster Recovery Updates: Florida Division of Emergency Management — Hurricane Isaias
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Temporary RV Housing: Emergency RV Assistance
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HOMELESS SERVICES — NOT RELATED TO HURRICANE ISAIAS
If you are currently experiencing homelessness, please email ce@coordinatedentry.org or call 850-439-3009 for assistance accessing Coordinated Entry, homeless services, and referrals to community service providers.
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If you are at risk of losing your housing, contact Catholic Charities at 850-436-6425, press 1, on Mondays beginning at 9:00 AM. Appointments are scheduled until all available appointment slots are filled.
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