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Mar92015

What Survivors Do First

The first days after a disaster are filled with chaos and discovery after discovery of what we and our neighbors have lost. It is common to be confused, have a hard time making decisions, and wonder what to do. As one who has been there, I offer these first essential actions. In later blogs I…

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If you or someone you know has been impacted by a disaster, these are some steps to take:

First – Ensure you and your family are safe.
If your disaster received a FEMA Declaration, be sure to register with FEMA even if you have insurance.
http://www.disasterassistance.gov
(800) 621-3362
TTY (800) 462-7585
If your disaster does not receive a FEMA Declaration, pay close attention to local media for instructions on how to receive assistance. 
File insurance claims.
Be sure you do not change the status of your property significantly before you have FEMA and insurance inspections.
Remember to stay close to your family and friends, tell your story to good listeners, and take care of yourself with good rest, nutrition, exercise, hydration, relaxation.

To Help Post Disaster...

Pray in your own tradition for survivors and those who serve them.
Pray in your own tradition for survivors and those who serve them.
Give to your favorite disaster organization.
To volunteer, affiliate with a responding organization. Your worshipping community may have an organized disaster response arm, or you can find a good one by going to the website of National VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) at http://www.nvoad.org. The list of members will show you trusted disaster organizations to whom you might donate or with whom you can affiliate.