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HICKORY, N.C. – Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina may be eligible for continued rental assistance for temporary housing through FEMA’s Individual and Households Program. FEMA pays rent, including a security deposit, at a place other than your damaged home. Your rental can be a house, apartment, hotel, or recreational vehicle that can […]
RALEIGH, N.C. – FEMA and the state recognize the immense emotional toll disasters can have on individuals and families and is providing free resources to help Helene survivors access free crisis counseling and mental health support. In coordination with state governments, FEMA’s Crisis Counseling Program offers mental health services and training activities to help disaster […]
RALEIGH, N.C. – As North Carolinians continue to recover from Helene, FEMA is announcing changes to the hours of operation for Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) across North Carolina. These decisions were made in partnership with the state and local governments. Effective Monday, Nov. 25, DRCs will be open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. […]
FEMA funding is available to support repairs on private roads and bridges, even if the owner’s home is not damaged. These funds are available through the agency’s Individual Assistance and Public Assistance programs. Individual Assistance Money for Permanent Repairs Funds for permanent repairs to privately owned access routes are available through the FEMA Individual Assistance […]
RALEIGH, N.C. – Local governments, houses of worship and other nonprofit organizations in 39 North Carolina counties and tribal members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have until Jan 7, 2025, to submit Requests for Public Assistance (RPA) from FEMA. The RPA is the first step for public and private nonprofit organizations to apply […]
Message from Matt Raker, Executive Director of Mountain BizWorks One month after Helene, we’ve seen both incredible need and resilience community-wide. From the onset, our Mountain BizWorks team has been pushing forward with the goal of robust small business recovery. The three recovery pillars we’re working to support are rapid recovery loans, business grants, and resource […]
RALEIGH, N.C. – Homeowners and renters in 39 North Carolina counties and tribal members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who applied for FEMA disaster assistance following Helene in North Carolina should be aware that FEMA representatives may call from unfamiliar area codes and phone numbers or show SPAM or no caller ID. It […]
Direct Temporary Housing Assistance (DTHA) is one of several types of housing assistance available through FEMA. Direct Temporary Housing Assistance Overview FEMA is providing multiple temporary housing options to meet North Carolina disaster survivors’ individual needs as the holiday season nears. The quickest form of help may be financial assistance to pay for rent, temporary […]
The Haywood County Tourism Development Authority, and the Chamber of Commerce have created a survey about the status and needs of our local businesses. Your input will help direct resources & future funding. . Thank you for taking the survey—your feedback will be invaluable as we build a path forward! . Take the Helene Recovery […]
Hurricane Helene Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) for Haywood County Residents of Haywood County impacted by Helene may be eligible for a one-time benefit to help buy food through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). This program is available for those affected by the storm in 25 western NC counties, including Haywood, and […]
