We are assisting people who need our assistance free of charge to fill out the FEMA application.
Assistance in completing FEMA Applications
As part of our mission at Zion Tax & Insurance to assist our clients and our community, we are assisting people who need to apply for FEMA disaster assistance due to Hurricane Helen and Milton in the state of Florida.
Who Can Apply for FEMA Benefits:
Types od FEMA Benefits:
Maximum FEMA Benefits:
Who Can Apply for FEMA Benefits:
- Residents and Homeowners: Florida residents whose homes or primary residences were damaged or destroyed by the hurricane.
- Renters: Renters whose personal property was damaged or who are displaced due to the storm may also apply.
- Businesses: Small businesses can apply for disaster loans through the Small Business Administration (SBA), but FEMA's individual assistance is for personal losses.
- Non-Citizens: Some non-citizens, such as those with a valid green card, may also be eligible for FEMA assistance. However, undocumented immigrants may not qualify unless a minor child in the household is a U.S. citizen or has legal status.
- Applicants Must Have Losses Not Covered by Insurance: FEMA generally helps with uninsured or underinsured losses. If insurance covers damages, FEMA may not provide additional assistance unless there are gaps in coverage.
Types of FEMA Benefits:
1. Housing Assistance:
- Temporary Housing: Provides funds for rental assistance if individuals are unable to stay in their homes.
- Home Repairs: Grants to repair damage caused by the hurricane that is not covered by insurance. This can include structural repairs, rebuilding, and replacing appliances.
- Replacement: For homeowners whose homes are completely destroyed, FEMA may offer assistance to help replace the home.
2 Other Needs Assistance (ONA):
- FEMA provides financial aid for necessary expenses and serious needs, such as medical, dental, funeral expenses, and personal property losses like clothing and furniture.
3. Disaster Unemployment Assistance: If you lost your job or are unable to work due to the disaster, you might qualify for unemployment benefits through FEMA.
Maximum FEMA Benefits:
FEMA's financial assistance cap is typically adjusted annually. As of 2024, the maximum amount a person can receive for housing assistance is $41,000. This includes temporary housing, repairs, and replacement of homes.
For Other Needs Assistance (ONA), the maximum amount is typically $41,000 as well, but the total cap for all assistance (housing and other needs combined) is $82,000.
However, not all applicants will receive the maximum amount; FEMA assesses individual needs and damages to determine the benefit amount.
For your website, you can mention that these benefits are designed to cover essential recovery needs, and it's crucial to apply as soon as possible after the disaster declaration to ensure timely assistance.