Road to Recovery
FEMA Assistance --
Apply for Assistance
Please go to DisasterAssistance.gov to apply for assistance
FEMA is not authorized to provide
- Emergency Medical Assistance Please dial 9-1-1.
- Emergency Shelter: Locate options by zip code by visiting the American Red Cross, or Salvation Army, or by texting SHELTER and your zip code
- Dowload the FEMA Mobile App: to find open shelters
- Immediate Needs: Check with your local emergency management officials, voluntary agencies or by calling your local 2-1-1. The FEMA Helpline (800-621-3362) may be able to provide additional referrals. If you use video relay services (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
Information regarding FEMA and Hurricane Beryl
Disaster Recovery Center (DRC)
- Cleveland Civic Center, 210 Peach St., Cleveland, TX 77327 Get Directions
- East Montgomery County Community Development Center, 16401 1st St., Splendora, TX 77372 Get Directions
- Innovation Center, 250 Live Oak St., Coldspring, TX 77331 Get Directions
- Livingston Public Library, 707 N Tyler Ave., Livingston, TX 77351 Get Directions
City of Cleveland is in the process of negotiating a DRC at the Civic Center.
Next Steps After Applying for Assistance
You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence. FEMA may contact you at needing to verify information or complete a home inspection.
If you have insurance, you should file a claim with your insurance company when you apply for FEMA assistance. FEMA cannot aid with losses already covered by insurance. If your insurance does not cover all your losses or is delayed, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance regarding your unmet needs.
If your primary residence was damaged by the disaster and is not livable, sanitary and safe, you may be scheduled for a home inspection to verify damage. Based on your preference indicated at the time of your application, you will receive either a letter or electronic correspondence. The letter will explain whether you are eligible for assistance, how much assistance you will receive, how the assistance must be used, and how to appeal FEMA’s decision if you do not agree with it.
Your assistance will be determined by comparing your recorded essential losses and serious needs to the types of assistance available within FEMA programs and services. FEMA assistance is not the same as insurance nor can it make the survivor whole. Federal assistance from FEMA only provides funds for the basic repairs to make a home safe, sanitary and livable. You may also be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans to further assist with your recovery.
If you have Insurance
Please contact your insurance company as soon as possible to file a claim. FEMA can only provide money after you get your insurance settlement. If your insurance doesn’t cover all of your home repair or rebuilding expenses, FEMA may be able to help.
FEMA can’t provide money for expenses covered by insurance or duplicate benefits from another source. When you get your insurance settlement or denial, please send a copy to FEMA as soon as you can.
If your insurance settlement is delayed more than 30 days from the time you file your claim, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.
If you do not have insurance
FEMA will verify your disaster-caused losses. The agency will schedule a time to inspect your home if you reported damage to your home or personal property. Or FEMA will ask you to send documents to verify your expenses.
You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by mail or electronic correspondence explaining your next steps. If necessary, based on the losses you reported, an inspector will contact you by phone to schedule an inspection. If you miss the call, they will leave a voicemail message and make multiple attempts to reach you. The inspector should not need to view repair receipts or pictures of the damage. But if you begin cleaning up before the inspection, FEMA suggests you take pictures, make a list of your losses, and keep receipts for all of your disaster-caused expenses.
UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
You can apply online through the Texas Workforce Commission or by calling TWC at 800-939-6631
Texas Health and Human Resources
Texas Health and Human Services Commission has received federal approval to provide replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed during the recent storms. This initiative aims to alleviate the immediate challenges faced by SNAP recipients across the state. SNAP recipients in 121 counties, as identified in Acting Governor Patrick's disaster declarations, are eligible t apply for replacement benefits. Applications must be submitted by August 8, with benefits deposited onto Lone Star Cards within two business days of approval. Starting July 11, applicants can apply by dialing 2-1-1 and selecting Option 8 or by mailing Form H1855 to the HHSC (English) (Espanol)
Additionally, HHSC is facilitating the replacement of food and formula benefits for WIC participants affected by Hurricane Beryl through July 31, 2024. Families are encouraged to visit TexasWIC.org or call 800-942-3678 to find open WIC locations and obtain in-person assistance.