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Updated 2/20/23 at 10:59 a.m.
FIRST COMPLETE the DISASTER INTAKE with EVERY family impacted by the 1/12/23 storms: https://tinyurl.com/TallapoosaCoosa - These assessment responses will be shared with local EMAs, Red Cross, and other community partners who have been identified as helpers in this specific disaster. Additionally 211 will be able to share additional resources to these families by text message.
211 Call Specialists, ensure the family has competed the Needs Assessment, then share the information and referrals below by email or by texting them the specific information they requested.
SHARE this LINK to this ever-changing COOSA Resource - https://tinyurl.com/CoosaJan12
VOLUNTEER Info - Coosa County VRC (Volunteer Reception Center)
- Location: Rehobeth United Methodist Church, 664 County Rd. 18, Equality.
- Next workday is MARCH 4th from 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Volunteers are asked to bring chainsaws, heavy equipment, rakes and shovels to help move debris to the curbside. Volunteers will need to wear long work pants, closed toe shoes, and work gloves (under 18yo needs to come with a parent/guardian)
Coosa County - Disaster Recovery Center
FEMA and the state of Alabama are opening disaster recovery centers to assist tornado survivors. The centers will provide one-on-one help to people affected by the Jan.12 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes. Recovery specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be available to provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications for assistance. - WHERE:
- Rockford Baptist Church, 9575 US Hwy. 231, Rockford, AL 35136
- HOURS:
- Operating hours will be 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. central time Monday through Saturday.
COOSA COUNTY - Apply for Disaster Assistance - https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ ---- https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4684 - INDIVIDUALS: The fastest way to apply is through DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also apply through the FEMA mobile app or by calling 1-800-621-3362 -- 6AM to 10PM Central Time.
- Alabama homeowners and renters in COOSA county who were affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred Jan. 12, 2023, may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
- If you need a reasonable accommodation or assistance filling out your FEMA application, please call 833-283-7448 or TTY 800-462-7585.
- FEMA disaster grants are not taxable income. Accepting a FEMA grant will not affect eligibility for Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and other federal welfare and entitlement programs.
- Disaster grants help survivors pay for temporary housing, essential home repairs, essential personal property replacement and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance or other sources.
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- When you apply for assistance, have the following information ready:
- A current phone number where you can be contacted
- Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying
- Your Social Security number
- A general list of damage and losses
- Banking information if you choose direct deposit
- If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name
- Take photos to document damage and begin cleanup and repairs to prevent further damage.
- Remember to keep receipts from all purchases related to the cleanup and repair.
- How to Document Home Ownership and Occupancy for FEMA
- FREE legal help hotline to connect survivors to free legal services in qualifying counties who cannot afford an attorney. Call 334-517-2250.
- FEMA Fact Sheets - https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/fact-sheets
- What Kind of Assistance Can FEMA Provide to Alabama Tornado Survivors? - temporary lodging, basic home repairs, personal property losses and other eligible expenses.
- Rental Assistance for Temporary Housing - rent, security deposit, essential utilities (electricity and water) IF your primary residence was made uninhabitable
- Lodging Expense Reimbursement - lodging expenses for hotels, motels, or other reasonable short-term lodging IF applicant is displaced from their primary residence and FEMA verifies that a primary residence is uninhabitable
- Major Repairs and Out-of-Pocket Expenses - intended to meet the basic needs of your household, not to restore your home and all your personal property items to a pre-tornado condition. structural parts of your home (windows, doors, floors, walls, ceilings, cabinets, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, utilities (electrical, plumbing and gas systems), and entrance/exit ways, furnace, well and septic system
- Other Needs Assistance: Medical and dental expenses; funeral and burial costs; repair, cleaning, or replacement of clothing; household furniture and appliances; specialized tools used in your occupation; childcare, educational materials, moving, storage, personally owned and registered, disaster-damaged cars and trucks.
- ALL QUALIFYING EXPENSES MUST BE due to the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes.
- Understanding and HOW TO APPEAL: https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20230123/understanding-your-fema-letter
- FEMA cannot duplicate assistance provided by another source, such as insurance settlements. However, those who are underinsured may receive further assistance for unmet needs after insurance claims have been settled by submitting insurance settlement or denial documents to FEMA. FEMA does not provide assistance for insurance deductibles. Appeals must be in writing. In a signed and dated letter, explain the reason(s) for the appeal. It should also include:
- Applicant’s full name
- Disaster number (DR-4684 for Alabama)
- Address of the pre-disaster primary residence
- Applicant’s current phone number and address
- The FEMA application number on all documents
- BUSINESSES: SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs):
Alabama REALTORS® Foundation Disaster Relief Application - For both Renters and Homeowners: https://tinyurl.com/ARFDisasterReliefApplication
COOSA COUNTY - - DEBRIS PICK-UP, TARPS, TREE REMOVAL, and REPORTING HOME DAMAGE for ASSESSMENT: Coosa County EMA- Call 256-377-2418
- TEMPORARY SHELTER:
- Equality Volunteer Fire Department lodge building is open for a temporary shelter Address: 540 AL Highway 9, Equality, AL 36026 - Phone: 256-307-5797
- FOOD/CLOTHING/BASIC NEEDS:
- SHELTER and FEEDING SITE:
- Rockford Baptist Church (Pastor Jeff Fuller)
- Church address: 9575 U.S. Highway 231, Rockford, AL 35136 - Questions? Please call the church at 256-377-4900.
- FEEDING SITE:
- COOSA – Rehoboth Methodist Church- 664 Coosa County Road 18, Equality, AL 36026 (POC: Sheldon Hutcherson or Les Sellers)
FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE - - Legal Advice for Storm Victims Offered at No Charge - Alabama Association for Justice members to offer free advice regarding insurance claims and FEMA
- “Lawyers Care” by ALAJ will match the affected individual with a local attorney who can answer insurance-related questions and assist with filing insurance claims and completing FEMA paperwork.
- Those needing help through the free “Lawyers Care” program can fill out a request online at www.alabamajustice.org/?pg=WeCare or by phone at 334.262.4974.
DONATION Info: - MONEY - Lake Martin United Way – supporting citizens of Coosa and Tallapoosa Counties
- MONEY - Coosa County Disaster Relief Fund - will support citizens of Coosa County:
- MONEY - Salvation Army Alexander City taking up Monetary Donations to assist with hotel stays
- Monetary Donations can be brought by the service center or mailed to: 6800 Highway 280, Alexander City, AL 35010 Phone: 256-215-3730
- GOODS - The Salvation Army Alexander City is taking donations for the tornado victims of Coosa and Tallapoosa County.
- Items needed: Canned meats, peanut butter, crackers, Toiletries, Blankets, Jackets, Underwear of all genders and sizes, Clothing of all genders and sizes, Socks of all genders and sizes
- GOODS - BridgeWays - Clothing Donation
- Accepting gently used clothes for the Community Clothing Closet (critically low on clothes for boys ages 3 to 12). If you are able to donate, please leave bags of clothing on the front porch at the BridgeWays Program Center, 9922 Hwy 231, Rockford.
- MONEY - Monetary donations needed to purchase NEW underwear, bras and socks for these families. Those items are not accepted in the Clothing Closet. Cash or check donations can be made at the above address. On-line donations can be made at: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/BridgeWays-Alabama. Please designate the donation in honor of the "Coosa Tornado Victims"
DOCUMENT RECOVERY: - Check out FEMA's webpage for Document Recovery as well CLICK HERE
- Shot Records: 800-469-4599
- Birth/Death Certificates:334-745-5765
- SNAP food stamps:800-997-8888
- Medicare Cards:800-772-1213 or CLICK HERE
- Passport:you must apply in person to replace a damaged passport CLICK HERE
- US Savings Bond: 800-722-2678 CLICK HERE
- Tax Returns:800-829-1040 CLICK HERE
- Military Records: 866-272-6272 CLICK HERE
- Social Security Cards:800-772-1213 CLICK HERE
- Real Estate/Property Records(mortgage docs, deeds, etc...) Contact you own agents first CLICK HERE
- Insurance Documents contact your insurance company to replace documents
- Driver's License CLICK HERE
- W2, 1099, 1040 info for 2018 Tax Filing CLICK HERE
- Vehicle Titles:888-368-4689 CLICK HERE
Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990
Caring counselors are available 24/7: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
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