Disaster Assistance

If your property has been damaged by the storm, you should file a claim with your insurance and then apply for assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The application process through FEMA will also include consideration for Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans, which are available to both individual homeowners and business entities alike. You do not have to have insurance to receive FEMA Disaster Assistance.

1. Filing An Insurance Claim After A Disaster

2. FEMA Disaster Assistance

3. SBA Disaster Loans

It is important to begin this process as soon as possible, because there are time limits for when claims can be made. Note that you do not have to wait for your insurance claim to come back before applying for an SBA disaster loan.

Housing

Renters’ Rights After A Disaster

Mortgage Payments After A Disaster

Contracting Home Repairs and Avoiding Scams

State Benefits

Replacing Lost Food Purchased Using SNAP

Applying for Texas Benefits (includes SNAP food help, TANF cash assistance, health care services, support services, etc.)

Disaster Unemployment Assistance - TWC (Workers who lost their jobs and self-employed individuals who have been unable to work due to the storm may be eligible. Applications must be submitted by March 26.)

Other

Dealing With A Death After A Disaster

Has Your Property In The RGV Flooded More Than Once In The Last Few Years? Learn About Your Irrigation and Drainage Districts.