Below are some Hurricane Resources
*Click on the images or PDFs below for more information!
Call 2-1-1 211 connects you to expert, caring help. Every call is completely confidential. Check out their website by clicking HERE
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Sarasota County Resource GuideClick on the PDFS to access a list of hurricane relief resources and a list of financial resources.
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Schoolhouse LinkDisplaced students have special rights for school and can receive help with transportation, free school meals, clothing and community referrals. If your family is displaced and you have school age children be sure to connect with Schoolhouse Link. They are a free service to help your children enroll, attend and succeed in school. For more information click HERE or check out their brochure
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Operation Blue RoofThe purpose of Operation Blue Roof is to provide homeowners and permanently occupied rental properties in disaster areas with fiber-reinforced sheeting to cover their damaged roofs until arrangements can be made for permanent repairs. This is a free service to homeowners. For more information, check out their website HERE.
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D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian and who are not receiving food and assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP).
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Adults can help children by supporting their emotional and psychological needs, helping them understand the events factually, and providing the opportunity to process their reactions as needed.
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Disaster Distress HotlineCall or text 1-800-985-5990 to get free help and support for any distress that you or someone you care about may be feeling related to any disaster. This helpline service is available 24/7 and ran by trained crisis counselors. Check out their website by clicking here.
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Helping Children Cope After the StormThis book was created for parents and children in 2004 by Annette La Greca, Scott Sevin and Elaine Sevin.
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