Housing and Individuals Relief Resources

Remember to follow these important steps for Disaster Relief:

File with Insurance
Get a FEMA number by August 23^rd (Individuals) by applying on www.disasterassistance.gov

The Disaster Recovery Center Locations in our area include:

Buena Vista County

Sioux Rapids Municipal Pool

201 8th St., Sioux Rapids, IA 50585

Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 1–6 p.m.

Then open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Clay County

Clay County Clay County Regional Events Center
Tower Gate Pavilion
800 W. 18th St. Spencer, IA 51301
Open daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Dickinson County

Dickinson County Expo Bldg. meeting room.

1602 15th St., Spirit Lake, IA 51360

Thursday, Aug. 8, from 1–6 p.m.

Then open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m.- 6 p.m

Emmet County
St. Patrick's Church - Gym
903 Central Ave.
Estherville, IA 51334
Open daily 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

See below for additional resources.

Posted: Aug 15, 2024

Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance Program

Governor Reynolds today announced that conditional awards are beginning to be approved for disaster impacted Iowa homeowners through the state-funded Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance Program (DRHAP). The awards will allow homeowners to begin rebuilding or be reimbursed for eligible expenses incurred. "Fast-tracking relief for disaster-impacted Iowans has been my priority, and I’m pleased to announce that funds have started being awarded to homeowners," said Gov. Reynolds...

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 15, 2024

FEMA Recovery Update 8/13/2024

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 09, 2024

Fema Daily Fact Sheet SPANISH 8/9

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 06, 2024

Spencer Chamber Flood Recovery Fund

Spencer Chamber Foundation Launches Flood Recovery FundSpencer, IA – August 6, 2024 – The Spencer Chamber Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the Flood Recovery Fund to help those affected by recent flooding. This fund aims to support residents and businesses in Spencer who have faced losses due to the disaster. To date, the Chamber Foundation has received approximately $250,000 in donations ranging from...

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Aug 06, 2024

SPANISH Disaster Recovery Centers- BV, Woodbury, Palo Alto, Dickinson Counties

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 06, 2024

Disaster Recovery Centers BV, Woodbury, Palo Alto, Dickinson County

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 06, 2024

Stay in Touch with Fema (English & Spanish)

Stay In Touch With FEMA DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowans affected by recent tornadoes, storms and flooding should stay in touch with FEMA to ensure their disaster assistance process stays on track. FEMA funding is available to homeowners and renters in Adair, Adams, Buena Vista, Cedar, Cherokee, Clarke, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Harrison, Humboldt, Jasper, Lyon, Mills, Montgomery, O’Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Polk, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, Sioux, Story,...

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 06, 2024

FEMA Assistance for Self-Employed Survivors: Directions

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 01, 2024

Spanish FEMA Assistance Available for Self- Employed Survivors

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Aug 01, 2024

FEMA Assistance Available for Self- Employed Survivors

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 26, 2024

NWIRHTF Micro-Grants for Homeowners

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 26, 2024

Agriculture Recovery Center

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jul 17, 2024

Disaster Recovery Temporary Housing Program

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 17, 2024

FEMA FAQ Sheet

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 16, 2024

Sweet Dreams for Spencer

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

McKinney-Vento Resources for Students

For more information, contact Spencer Community Schools!

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

Disaster Housing Programs

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

DISASTER RECOVERY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

DISASTER RECOVERY FARM INTEREST PROGRAM (DRFIP)

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jul 09, 2024

Iowa Association of Realtors Housing Relief

IAR will provide up to $2,500 in housing relief to individuals who primarily reside in Buena Vista, Carroll, Cerro Gordo, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Floyd, Fremont, Hancock, Harrison, Humboldt, Kossuth, Lyon, Monona, Mills, O'Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Pottawattamie, Sioux, Webster, Winnebago, Woodbury, Worth, and Wright Counties. DEADLINE: AUGUST 28, 2024DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

Housing Available- Real Property Management Express

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

Disaster Unemployment Assistance available

Added For Buena Vista, Cherokee, and O'Brien Counties - July 5, 2024.For Clay, Emmet, Lyon, Plymouth, and Sioux Counties - June 25, 2024Disaster unemployment assistance now avaialble due to Presidential Major Disaster DeclarationImpacted individuals can start applying today, applications must be filed by August 23, 2024.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

D-SNAP Information for Individuals

Iowa residents in Emmet, Lyon, Clay, Plymouth and Sioux counties affected by the June flooding, may be eligible for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

Mold Cleanup Guide

If your home was flooded, mold may be present and can pose a health risk.You may see or smell mold on clothing, drywall or furniture, and it may be hidden under or behind items like flooring, appliances or walls. Drying your home and removing water-damaged items is the most important step to repair mold damage.Learn more on proper clean-up and safety here: https://go.iowa.gov/kkFg

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

FEMA Fact Sheet: Duplication of Benefits

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 08, 2024

Hoja informativa de FEMA: Qué significa la duplicación de beneficios

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 05, 2024

Encuestasobre el impacto de las inundaciones para los Residentes de la Ciudad de Spencer

Esta encuesta está siendo realizada por la Ciudad de Spencer para identificar y evaluar los desafíos, problemas y necesidades actuales de todos nuestros residentes y hogares/casas relacionados con las recientes inundaciones. La información se utilizará de inmediato para dirigir la respuesta, solucionar problemas, solicitar asistencia y guiar los esfuerzos de recuperación.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 03, 2024

Hoja informativa de FEMA: Asistencia por desastres para ciudadanos no estadounidenses

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 03, 2024

Disaster Assistance for Non-US Citizens Fact Sheet

A fact sheet regarding FEMA Disaster Assistance for Non-U.S. Citizens

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jul 01, 2024

IowaWORKS

Contact: Rosemary Adenrosemary.aden@iwd.iowa.gov712-262-1971

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jun 28, 2024

Iowa Disaster Recovery

The State of Iowa website for disaster recovery.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jun 28, 2024

Iowa Disaster Agriculture Resource Guide

This document is a collection of potential grant, loan, and technical assistance programs that may be able to assist with your community's needs. You may also visit DisasterRecovery.Iowa.Gov.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Iowa DOI - Unauthorized Practice of Public Adjusting Alert

Beware of scams and contractors performing Unauthorized Practice of Public Adjusting. This resource shares more information from the Iowa Department of Insurance

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Iowa DOI - Ten Post-Disaster Tips

After a disaster, fraudsters and scam artists often arrive quickly. The Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services has 10 tips for how to protect yourself and your hard-earned money.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Disaster Assistance Resources

Filter through federal disaster relief by category type or federal agency.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jun 26, 2024

FEMA Disaster Assistance

Official FEMA website for disaster assistance.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

Posted: Jun 26, 2024

State link to report damages

FEMA link to report residential & business damages.

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals, Businesses

Posted: Jun 25, 2024

Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Program

IIAGP offers grants to families whose household’s annual income is at 200% or less of the federal poverty level. Each eligible household may receive up to $5,000 for items that qualify under one of the four categories: temporary housing, food assistance, personal property, and home repair. Supporting documentation is required.The IIAGP is activated when the Governor issues a disaster proclamation turning on IIAGP for the affected...

Category: Disaster Relief, Housing and Individuals

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