Disaster Relief
Emergency response and preparedness. Info on preparing for and recovering from disaster. Find local resources and shelters, plus call or apply for assistance online. And access to services in times of crisis as well as for day-to-day needs.
American Red Cross
http://www.redcross.org/get-help and 1 (800) 733-2767
American Red Cross Reunification - Tips/assistance in reconnecting with loved ones.
www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/contact-and-locate-loved-ones.html
American Red Cross Shelters - Search for a shelter in your area
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
www.emergency.cdc.gov and 1 (800) CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA Disaster Assistance
www.disasterassistance.gov and the disaster-related Helpline: 1 (800) 621-3362
United Way
Dial: 2-1-1 or visit http://www.211.org/
Government/Law Enforcement
Department of Homeland Security
Local law enforcement contact information
www.usacops.com (Dial 911 in an emergency)
Supportive Resources
Find resources to help you prepare and cope before, during, and after a disaster or tragedy.
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call or text 1 (800) 985-5990 Crisis counseling and support for anyone experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Evernorth Disaster Resource Center
www.evernorth.com/disaster-resource-center
Helping Children Cope
Information on how to help a child cope with natural disasters, terrorism, and mass violence.
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
www.nctsn.org/trauma-types/natural-disasters
Animals/Pets
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Animal Humane Society
https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/make-disaster-plan-your-pets
