Resources for Flood Affected Employees
Resource Information
We have identified resources that may be of assistance to you. The city has set up mobile walk in centers in the city, from 8am-8pm at the following locations:
· Roosevelt Middle School, 300 13th St. NW
· Wilson Elementary School, 2301 J St. SW
· United Way of East Central Iowa, 1030 5th Ave. SE
· Echo Hill Presbyterian Church, 1700 B Ave. NE
www.corridorrecovery.org – This is a very comprehensive website, to understand all available resources. It has many links to other organizations and resources as well.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association) – to apply for federal financial assistance for renters and homeowners.
1/800-621-3362 or www.fema.org
Please have the following with you when you contact FEMA:
· A phone number and a reliable alternative in case FEMA needs to call you back
· Address of the damaged property
· Social Security number
· Current mailing address
· Brief description of damages
· Insurance information (if you have insurance)
· Bank Account Information (if you are eligible for disaster assistance, you may choose to have the assistance check deposited directly into your bank account.
Once you register, a FEMA representative will contact you.
Government disaster assistance covers basic needs only and will not normally compensate you for your entire loss. If you have insurance, the government may help pay for basic needs not covered under your insurance policy. Some disaster aid does not have to be paid back, while other assistance may come in the form of loans.
After registering with FEMA, if you have questions about Other Needs Assistance (ONA) including repairs or replacement of personal property, repair or replacement of an essential vehicle, moving and storage expenses, disaster-related medical, dental and funeral expenses, or miscellaneous expenses.
Call 1-866-434-4692, Monday through Friday – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Red Cross – to find resources for shelters, basic necessities and clothing.
393-3900 http://www.grantwood-redcross.org
As soon as Red Cross is allowed into the affected evacuated areas, they will be setting up a local Emergency Center. You will be able to visit, where they will assess your individual situation and provide assistance as well. Please watch the media for information on when this center is opening.
Iowa Department of Human Services – to apply for state aid/financial assistance.
1 (877) 937-3663 http://www.dhs.state.ia.us/
State of Iowa Flood 2008 Website – to view all state related assistance and information.
http://www.flood2008.iowa.gov/
United Way of East Central Iowa – to find agencies that can assist during this transition.
2-1-1 or via cell at 319-739-4211 http://www.uweci.org/ or www.211Iowa.org
1-800-272-7255
Additional websites for information regarding recovery, assistance and resources for re-entering your home:
Cedar Rapids City Website: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/community/floodinfo2008.asp
Linn County Website: http://www.co.linn.ia.us/
Salvation Army Website: http://www.usc.salvationarmy.org/usc/www_usc_cedarrapids.nsf
Do you have children who need childcare? If so, these local daycares are offering discounts for those who are in need of assistance:
Play Day - 447-0727
Apple Kids - 373-3808
The Little Red Schoolhouse - 247-1918
Courtesy of Dave Brook "A Tradition Of Uniting Trust, Effect & Peace-Of-Mind"
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