Federal Aid Programs for the State of Texas
Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President
Assistance for Affected Individuals and Families Can Include as Required:
* Rental payments for temporary housing for those whose homes are unlivable. Initial assistance may be provided for up to three months for homeowners and at least one month for renters. Assistance may be extended if requested after the initial period based on a review of individual applicant requirements. (Source:
* Grants for home repairs and replacement of essential household items not covered by insurance to make damaged dwellings safe, sanitary and functional. (Source:
* Grants to replace personal property and help meet medical, dental, funeral, transportation and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance or other federal, state and charitable aid programs. (Source:
* Unemployment payments up to 26 weeks for workers who temporarily lost jobs because of the disaster and who do not qualify for state benefits, such as self-employed individuals. (Source:
* Low-interest loans to cover residential losses not fully compensated by insurance. Loans available up to
* Loans up to
* Loans up to
* Other relief programs: Crisis counseling for those traumatized by the disaster; income tax assistance for filing casualty losses; advisory assistance for legal, veterans' benefits and social security matters.
How to Apply for Assistance:
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621- 3362 or 1-800-462-7585 TTY. The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from
Federal Aid Programs for the State of North Carolina
FEMA: Safeguard Your Future With Flood Insurance
Advisor News
Annuity News
Health/Employee Benefits News
Life Insurance News