Disaster Relief Assistance
With the recent weather issues causing major disasters here are some Texas State and National resources to help you navigate through this tough time. This is not an exhaustive list as any local resources would only be available in certain areas.
Texas Health and Human Services – https://www.211texas.org/ or Dial 2-1-1 or call 877-541-7905
IAMAW – https://www.goiam.org/resources/
Union Plus Benefits – https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/home-auto/disaster-relief-grants
American Red Cross – Please contact your local chapter or 1-800-RED-CROSS for immediate assistance following a disaster. To find a shelter or register as Safe and Well, please click here.
The Salvation Army – https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/help-disaster-survivors/ Or call 1-800-725-2769
FEMA – https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4781/designated-areas or Helpline at 800-621-3362
Do not forget to check if your workplace has any employee assistance programs. Also check insurance policies which may be held on home, car, and other vehicles and items, any medical, supplemental, and life insurance policies which may be through work, Union Plus Benefits, American Income Life, or Employee Benefit Systems.