Helping People - FEMA.gov
This document provides guidance to state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments on how best to ensure that people with disabilities have adequate access to goods and services during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
About Us - FEMA.gov
FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during and after disasters, and our core values and goals help us achieve it.
Federal Assistance for Hurricane Helene Survivors Surpasses
Oct 6, 2024 · FEMA continues its robust response and recovery efforts in the Southeast following the devastation caused by Helene. Federal assistance for survivors has now surpassed $137 million, with FEMA’s mission remaining steadfast in helping communities recover and rebuild.
How FEMA Works
We help communities become more resilient through emergency or disaster-related grant programs. Grants support state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) governments, certain private non-profits, individuals and institutions of higher learning in …
Myth and Fact: North Carolina Helene Response | FEMA.gov
Myth: FEMA assistance isn’t available to people without power or cell service. Fact: FEMA teams are going out in communities to help people in hard-to-reach places. FEMA staff are visiting shelters, points of distribution, community spaces and in some cases, going door-to-door in neighborhoods when it is safe to do so.
Programs to Support Disaster Survivors | FEMA.gov
Sep 24, 2024 · FEMA has several Individual Assistance programs designed to support disaster survivors. You can apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or review the following types of assistance to determine what best suits your needs.
Careers at FEMA | FEMA.gov
Oct 29, 2024 · FEMA has many career opportunities for individuals interested in helping people before, during, and after disasters. We offer entry level to more experienced level positions as well as management positions.
We Are FEMA
FEMA’s employees are committed to serving our country before, during and after disasters. Every day more than 20,000 emergency managers work to make our nation safer, stronger and more prepared. The core values that guide our agency can be …
FEMA Assistance for North Carolinians
Oct 1, 2024 · FEMA disaster assistance may provide funds to homeowners and renters for serious needs, basic home repair, rental of temporary housing and other uninsured expenses resulting from Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA assistance is not a replacement for insurance.
Biden-Harris Administration Provides More Than $20 Million
Oct 3, 2024 · People can receive free services like cutting fallen trees, tarping roofs and mold mitigation with the help of Crisis Cleanup by calling 844-965-1386. The hotline is open through October 11 and can connect people with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and the faith-based community who may be able to assist.