Natural disasters like the recent fires in Southern California have long-reaching financial, practical, and emotional impacts. Rebuilding property, lives, and communities involves intense labor, financial resources, and often a lot of red tape.
We know it can be particularly hard to know where to begin after a traumatic event like a fire, flood, or other natural disaster. These resources can help by narrowing down the most useful regional and national resources for post-disaster recovery.
Disaster Recovery Centers
At a disaster recovery center, residents and business owners can apply for federal assistance and access other available resources from local, state, and non-profit agencies. These can include learning about disaster assistance programs, finding housing and rental assistance information, meeting with state agency representatives, and getting help from non-profits.
When visiting a disaster recovery center, it’s helpful to bring some important information with you.
- Address of the damaged primary residence
- Insurance coverage information
- Current phone number and mailing address
- Bank account information
Click here for more information on open regional centers and available services
Other Resources
Financial and practical steps to take after a fire or other disaster
Southern California wildfire assistance
How to apply for FEMA assistance
If you are struggling emotionally in the aftermath of recent natural disasters, please contact Concern at 800.344.4222, or click the Get Services button in the main menu.
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