Natural Disasters Preparation, Recovery and Aid Information

• Family Disaster Supply Kit: What to have on hand for your family in case of a natural disaster.
• Disaster News Network: "a news service that tells the story of disaster response and suggests appropriate ways the public can help survivors."
• The Disaster Recovery Guide:a very extensive guide on how to recover from a natural disaster.
• The Disaster Handbook: from the University of Florida; how to deal with a natural disaster.
• USAID. The United States Agency for International Development helps provide economic and humanitarian aid in more than 100 countries; especially those affected by natural disasters.
• Red Cross.The American Red Cross has historically been the first organization on the scene to help those affected by tragedy.
• CDC Emergency Preparedness and Response. The Center for Disease Control has put together a great reference site on what to do in the case of emergency.
• FEMA. FEMA stands for Federal Emergency Management Agency, and they have an excellent site with lots of info on how to prepare for disasters.

Department of HUD 

	Get hurricane-related tax forms:   Visiting a Free Tax Preparation Site   Obtaining Prior Year Returns, Transcripts and Social Security Numbers   Obtaining Your W-2s   Determining If You Have a Tax Deductible Casualty Loss
	Get general help
	Get housing help - first steps for getting emergency housing, registering with FEMA, transferring housing choice vouchers, and more.
	Get FHA Mortgage Relief: If you have an FHA mortgage and want to take advantage of foreclosure relief call 1 (888) 297-8685
	Rebuild your home: There are a number of resources available to help you rebuild your home.   You may be able to take advantage of HUD's 203(k) program. You'll need to work with a local   HUD-approved lender   HUD publications and resources for rebuilding your home   Resources from FEMA
	Report Discrimination: If you believe you have experienced discrimination during your search for housing call the Housing Discrimination Hotline 1 (800) 669-9777 or 1 (800) 927-9275 (TTY) orFile a complaint online
	Report Fraud:Report suspected fraud to theOffice of the Inspector General
	Consumer guidance on how to clean up and prevent mold
	Common Questions and their answers for citizens seeking assistance after Hurricanes Katraina and Rita.