Operation Homefront Announces Hurricane Recovery Assistance Still Available for Military Families

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 6 -- Operation Homefront issued the following news release:

Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit serving America's military families(R), continues to offer aid to military families recovering from last year's devastating natural disasters through the organization's Critical Financial Assistance program.

Military families residing in "Declared Disaster" areas who sustained damage from 2017 natural disasters throughout the U.S., including Puerto Rico, are encouraged to apply online at OperationHomefront.org, or call 877-264-3968 to receive assistance from a Spanish-speaking caseworker who can help fill out the application.

Operation Homefront can provide military and veteran families in need assistance with Home Repairs, Mortgage/Rent payments, Utilities, Auto Payments/Repairs, Auto Insurance, and Food Assistance. All needs will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and needs resulting from the recent hurricanes will receive special consideration.

Critical Financial Assistance is available to support families of sick, ill or injured military veterans who left military service with an Honorable discharge within 7 years (or after September 11, 2001 for home repair assistance); as well as those actively drilling National Guard and Reserve personnel. To qualify, families must show a critical need for assistance. Detailed information on eligibility criteria is available at the organization's website.