Many survivors of last month’s floods have gone through great emotional strain from dealing with the many aspects of trying to get their lives back in order. FEMA is offering counseling services at no cost to flood victims who feel overwhelmed, exhausted or unable to cope with the load. Recovery centers across the state have mental health professionals on hand or readily available to victims.
Find the closest disaster recovery center to you: (800) 621- 3362 orfema.gov/disaster-recovery-centers
•Register to apply for assistance: DisasterAssistance.gov or call (800) 621-3362
•Disaster assistance for the deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired: (800) 462-7585 (TTY). Those who use 711/VRS, call (800) 621-3362.
The toll-free telephone numbers will operate 7 .m. – 10 p.m. seven days a week until further notice. Survivors may also choose to visit a disaster recover center.
