Recovery (2 of 2)

VALs are equipped with the knowledge and experience to navigate information sharing policies to get specific survivor information and registration information to partner groups with a need-to-know in order to deliver additional disaster assistance. They also provide information on specific programs and assistance available through FEMA and partners, including:

  • The Individual and Household Program (IHP)
  • Disaster Case Management Program
  • Disaster Legal Services
  • Disaster Unemployment Assistance
  • Crisis Counseling Program
  • Small Business Administration Disaster Support

Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2019) VOAD Overview Preparedness Summit. [PowerPoint Presentation]

 

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