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Important Resources for Hurricane Helene Assistance

We hope you and your family are safe in the wake of Hurricane Helene. We understand this is a challenging time for many in our community, and we want to ensure you have access to the resources available to support your recovery. Please take a moment to fill out this form. Your responses will help us understand your needs and connect you with the appropriate resources.

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Do you or your family need assistance as a result of Hurricane Helene? / ¿Usted o su familia necesitan ayuda debido al Huracán Helene? *

Name / Nombre *

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Phone Number / Número de Teléfono *

What part of Hillsborough County Southshore area do you live in? / ¿En qué parte del área Southshore del condado de Hillsborough vive usted? *

If you need assistance, what type of support do you require? (Please check all that apply.) / Si necesita ayuda, ¿qué tipo de apoyo requiere? (Por favor, marque todas las opciones que apliquen.) *

What specific damages did your business property sustain during the recent storms? (e.g., structural damage, flooding, equipment loss)/¿Qué daños específicos sufrió la propiedad de su empresa durante las recientes tormentas? (por ejemplo, daños estructurales, inundaciones, pérdida de equipos) *

How has the storm damage affected your day-to-day business operations? (e.g., closures, reduced hours, loss of customers)/¿Cómo ha afectado el daño de la tormenta a sus operaciones comerciales diarias? (por ejemplo, cierres, horarios reducidos, pérdida de clientes) *

Did you experience any disruptions in your supply chain or inventory as a result of the storm? (e.g., delayed shipments, damaged goods)/¿Experimentó alguna interrupción en su cadena de suministro o inventario como resultado de la tormenta? (por ejemplo, envíos retrasados, productos dañados) *

Have you filed any insurance claims related to the storm damage? If so, what challenges are you facing with the claims process? (e.g., delays, inadequate coverage, denials)/¿Ha presentado algún reclamo de seguro relacionado con los daños de la tormenta? Si es así, ¿qué desafíos enfrenta con el proceso de reclamos? (por ejemplo, retrasos, cobertura inadecuada, denegaciones) *

What resources or assistance do you need most to recover from the storm damage and get your business back on track? (e.g., financial aid, contractors, temporary relocation)/¿Qué recursos o asistencia necesita más para recuperarse de los daños de la tormenta y volver a encaminar su negocio?/(por ejemplo, ayuda financiera, contratistas, reubicación temporal) *

Please specify your specific needs / Por favor, especifique sus necesidades *

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HURRICANE HELENE SMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY BRIDGE LOAN IS NOW OPEN!
Businesses across Hillsborough County that were impacted by Hurricane Helene can now apply to the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program. To apply, click here

American Red Cross Tampa Bay Chapter
Emergency shelter, food, and disaster relief
Phone: 813-348-4820
Boricuas de Corazon
Disaster relief supplies (food, water, hygiene products, etc.)
Phone: 954-496-1463
Crisis Clean Up
Cleanup services after Hurricane Helene
Phone: 844-9651286
Disaster Distress Helpline
24/7 emotional support for those affected by hurricanes
Phone: 1-800-985-5990
Duke Energy
Power outage and restoration assistance
Phone: 1-800-228-8485
Feeding Tampa Bay
Emergency food distribution services
Phone: 813-254-1190
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
Financial assistance for home repairs, temporary housing, and other needs
Phone: 1-800-621-3362
Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM)
Statewide disaster recovery updates and resources
Online recovery resources and storm updates
Hillsborough County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC)
Assistance with FEMA applications, insurance claims, and more
Find the nearest DRC after the hurricane
Hillsborough County Emergency Management
Updates on recovery services, debris removal, and shelters
Phone: 813-272-5900
Hillsborough County Emergency Shelters
Shelter for displaced residents
Locations include local schools and community centers
Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management
Storm debris removal services
Instructions on curbside pickup of storm debris
Metropolitan Ministries
Food, shelter, and financial assistance
Phone: 813-209-1000
South Bay Hospital (Sun City Center)
Emergency medical care
Phone: 813-634-3301
Sun City Center Emergency Squad
Emergency medical transport and assistance
Phone: 813-634-3800
TECO Energy (Tampa Electric)
Power restoration updates and bill relief programs
Phone: 1-877-588-1010
Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) - FEMA
Temporary lodging for hurricane survivors
Check eligibility and apply
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Low-interest loans for homeowners, renters, and businesses
Apply online for disaster loans
United Way Suncoas (UWS) Disstaer Resiliency
United Way Suncoast (UWS) Disaster Resiliency
211 HELPLINE.
Storm Recovery Resources
Hurricane Helene Damage Reporting Form
Disaster Response Ministries International
Emotional and Spiritual Care Support
Pastors Raul and Robin Velasquez: (813) 447-3010

References:
Information gathered from different emails received from ELI partners and OpenAI (2024).
Response from ChatGPT regarding disaster relief resources.
ChatGPT (OpenAI). Retrieved from https://chat.openai.com/

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