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HURRICANE SANDY DISASTER ASSISTANCE RESOURCE GUIDE Long Island Region Version: ap252014 2-1-1 Long Island is responsible for updating and distribution of this resource guide. Programs, locations & hours are subject to change. 2-1-1- Long Island is a project of United Way of Long Island & Middle Country Public Library. The 2-1-1 Long Island call center is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for referrals to storm-related services and other health & human service resources. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-888-774-7633. Visit the 2-1-1 website at www.211longisland.org Government Programs PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS “New York Rising” Register online at www.stormrecovery.ny.gov or visit an intake site. Recovery hotline: 1-855-NYS-SANDY (1-855-697-7263) 8:30am-4:30pm weekdays New York Rising programs to help property owners and small businesses that were affected by superstorm Sandy include: 1) the Housing Recovery program, which provides homeowners with assistance for home repairs/rehabilitation, mitigation and elevation, and buyouts; 2) the Small Business program, which includes small business grants and low-interest loans for businesses recovering from the storms; and 3) the Community Reconstruction Program, which provides assistance through a community- driven initiative to develop distinct The deadline to complete applications for NY Rising Housing Recovery assistance is April 11, 2014. This deadline does not affect homeowners already in the program, in process of receiving their award, or those seeking clarification of their award.
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HURRICANE SANDY DISASTER ASSISTANCE RESOURCE GUIDE Long Island Region
Version: ap252014
2-1-1 Long Island is responsible for updating and distribution of this resource guide. Programs, locations & hours are subject to change. 2-1-1- Long Island is a project of United Way of Long Island & Middle Country Public Library.
The 2-1-1 Long Island call center is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for referrals to storm-related
services and other health & human service resources. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-888-774-7633.
Visit the 2-1-1 website at www.211longisland.org
Government Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
“New York Rising”
Register online at www.stormrecovery.ny.gov or visit an intake site.
Recovery hotline: 1-855-NYS-SANDY (1-855-697-7263) 8:30am-4:30pm weekdays
New York Rising programs to help property owners and small businesses that were affected by superstorm Sandy include: 1) the Housing Recovery program, which provides homeowners with assistance for home repairs/rehabilitation, mitigation and elevation, and buyouts; 2) the Small Business program, which includes small business grants and low-interest loans for businesses recovering from the storms; and 3) the Community Reconstruction Program, which provides assistance through a community-driven initiative to develop distinct
The deadline to complete applications for NY Rising Housing Recovery assistance is April 11, 2014. This deadline does not affect homeowners already in the program, in process of receiving their award, or those seeking clarification of their award.
NY Rising Interim Mortgage Assistance Program
Homeowners who are eligible participants in the NY Rising Housing Recovery Program and are paying both payments for their primary home mortgages and temporary housing costs may be eligible to receive assistance from the Interim Mortgage Assistance (IMA) Program. The assistance amount is the lesser of the monthly mortgage payment or the temporary housing payment, up to $3,000 per month up to 20 months in total, 6 of which can be retroactive from the date of the applicable storm to the date the of submitted IMA application. You cannot receive assistance for months during which you received rental or mortgage assistance from another source. If you are not currently displaced, but will be once construction starts, you may still submit an application, however you will not receive any payments until you are displaced from your primary residence and incurring both mortgage and temporary rental housing expenses. If you were displaced in the past, you can apply to receive retroactive reimbursement for a total of 6 non- consecutive months of incurred rental or mortgage expenses from the date of the applicable storm to the date the of submitted IMA application.
comprehensive recovery plans which increase resilience and economic development in the regions affected by the storm. The official long-form applications are available to be completed online at www.nysandyhelp.ny.gov or in person at an Intake Center. Call to verify location is still open. Homeowners and small businesses can get assistance completing the online application by visiting an intake location. CALL 1-855-NYS-SANDY TO VERIFY THAT LOCATIONS ARE STILL OPEN AND HOURS. Information at https://apply.nysandyhelp.ny.gov/intelligrants_NYSDR/Login2.aspx?APPTHEME=NYSDR
The community buyout program in which neighborhoods can opt-in to have the state buy out their entire neighborhood will also close April 11. DEADLINE TO APPLY WAS APRIL 11, 2014
FEMA
1.800.621.3362 TTY 1.800.462.7585 www.disasterassistance.gov
Register by phone or online for federal disaster aid including rental assistance, essential home repairs, personal property
DEADLINE was April 13, 2013.
FEMA Denial Appeal
http://www.fema.gov/sandy for Hurricane Sandy specific information. Helpline 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) Mail appeals to: FEMA-Appeals Officer National Processing Service Center P.O. Box 10055, Hyattsville, MD 20782-8055 Fax Appeals To: 1-800-827-8112
losses and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance.
A denial letter does not necessarily mean that an applicant is ineligible for assistance. It may mean that the information provided is incomplete. An applicant also has the right to appeal a denial in writing within 60 days from the date of the decision of the letter. Guidelines for appeals can be found in the "Help After a Disaster" handbook that each applicant receives. Applicants can also get guidance on this issue at any Disaster Recovery Center.
If household never applied for FEMA assistance, contact FEMA now regarding any extenuating circumstances which prevented application since the storm.
New York State Hurricane Sandy Resources
http://www.governor.ny.gov/storm-resources Updates on storm related resources and news from New York State. Includes links on issues of insurance, tax filing, unemployment, health, environment and more.
NYS Department of Financial Services
Storm Hotline for insurance and banking problems is 1-800-339-1759, open from 8 am – 8 pm weekdays and 10 am – 5 pm weekends. Website: http://www.nyinsure.ny.gov/
Available to provide assistance for storm related insurance issues for property damage from Hurricane Sandy. Online report card system concerning insurance companies who are operating in the areas that were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Allows New Yorkers to see the performance of their insurance company compared to other companies. The report cards will be published on the DFS website at www.NYInsure.ny.govand will be frequently updated.
Small Business Administration (SBA)
1.800.659.2955 TTY 1.800.877.8339 [email protected]
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides low interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes and private, nonprofit organizations to repair or replace real estate, personal property,
DEADLINE was April 13, 2013. Contact SBA regarding any extenuating circumstances
machinery & equipment, inventory and business assets that have been damaged or destroyed in a declared disaster.
which prevented application since the storm.
Small Business Development Centers
Information on the disaster loan program can be obtained by calling SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 (800-877-8339 for the deaf and hard-of-hearing) or by sending an email to [email protected] or visit www.sba.gov.
SBA Business Disaster Recovery Centers for one-on-one assistance closed on Long Island as of May 15, 2013.
Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
1-888-209-8124
The application deadline for disaster unemployment was March 29, 2013.
Internal Revenue Service
1.800.829.3676 www.irs.gov Publication: Claiming disaster losses with the IRS http://www.irs.gov/publications/p547/ar02.html#en_US_2013_publink1000225406
This IRS publication presents the special rules that apply for loss claims for federally declared disaster areas. It contains information on how a survivor can deduct a loss, how to claim a loss, how to treat the home in a disaster area and what tax deadlines may be postponed. It also discusses recordkeeping, reporting losses and post-disaster relief grants.
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance Office of Real Property Tax Services
Local Tax Assessor Offices: Nassau County Department of Assessment 516-571-1500 Covers property assessment matters in the Town of North Hempstead, Town of Hempstead & Town of Oyster Bay City of Glen Cove Assessment Dept. 516- 676-3564 City of Long Beach Tax Assessor 516-431-1009 Town of Babylon Assessor’s Office 631-957-3014 or 3015 Town of Brookhaven Assessor’s Office 631-451-6300 Town of East Hampton Assessor’s Office 631-324-4187 Town of Huntington Assessor’s Office 631-351-3226 Town of Islip Office of Assessor 631-224-5585 Town of Riverhead Assessor’s Dept. 631-727-3200 Town of Shelter Island Assessor’s Office 631-749-1080 Town of Smithtown Assessor’s Office 631-360-7560 Town of Southampton Town Assessor 631-283-6020 Town of Southold Board of Assessors 631-765-1937
Check with your county, town, city and/or village Tax Assessor office on any special property tax options for homeowners affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Superstorm Sandy Assessment Relief application Deadline was January 21, 2014.
Incorporated Villages Contact Village Hall or call 2-1-1 (1-888-774-7633) for referral number
Disaster Case Management
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
2-1-1 Long Island 2-1-1 or 1.888.774.7633 Call Center open 10 am – 5 pm Monday through Saturday.
Call specialists will be able to direct callers to one of seven Disaster Case Management agencies serving Nassau and Suffolk residents.
Disaster Case Management
DCM Agencies Supported through the Archdiocese of NY
F.E.G.S. Health & Human Services 516-496-7550 Catholic Charities 631-608-8883 or 631.608.8882 Family Service League Riverhead 631-369-0104 Bay Shore 631-647-3100
Yaphank 631-924-3741 Lutheran Social Services of NY 516-483-3240 x 3030 DCM Agencies Supported through the American Red Cross
*Hispanic Brotherhood of 516-766-6610 Rockville Center *Adelante of Suffolk County 631-234-1049 *La Fuerza Unida de Glen Cove 516-759-0791 *bi lingual for the Hispanic community.
Disaster Case Management assists with unmet needs following a disaster. Disaster Case Managers will provide individual assistance to connect you to public and private systems to help resolve your disaster related issues. They will help assess your needs and help develop individual recovery plans toward renewed stability. It is important to note that immigrants are eligible for Disaster Case Management even if they are not eligible for FEMA.
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services 950 South Oyster Bay Road, Suite 101, Hicksville NY 11801
516-822-6111 ext. 419 516-822-6111 ext. 267
Providing disaster recovery case work for families still struggling with housing displacement, financial stability, rebuild issues and emotional distress. Focus on developing a personal Plan of Action needed to reach the family's disaster recovery goals. Funded by the American Red Cross.
Nassau County esp. Bellmore, Massapequa, Merrick, Freeport, Island Park, Wantagh
Insurance
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Flood Insurance “Proof of Loss” DEADLINE
FEMA directive at
http://www.tourolaw.edu/pdf/TLCHEART_FEMA_6month_extension.pdf
OR http://www.fema.gov/news-release/2013/10/08/new-flood-insurance-deadline-will-help-sandy-survivors
Touro Law HEART Center: http://www.tourolaw.edu/tlcheart/
INSURANCE CHECKLIST#2: Flood Insurance, Proof of Loss and Statute of Limitations. Fact sheet at:
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1103230118323-377/INSURANCE+CHECKLIST+2+Revised
Residents can call the center at (631) 761-7198 or email [email protected] to receive assistance from disaster relief-trained students and volunteer attorneys. The telephone hotline will be answered live Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Homeowners affected by Superstorm Sandy will need to comply very soon with an upcoming “proof of loss” requirement under the flood insurance program. You will not be able to sue your insurer if you do not comply on time. Touro Law HEART Program advises victims to (1) submit the three forms listed below on time, (2) sign them and complete them fully, and have each notarized, (3) state specific dollar amounts on the forms and not “to be determined” or something of that nature, (4) state what you believe to be the full value of your claim, (5) attach all supporting documentation, and (6) meet all requirements in section VII(J) of the flood policy. [The flood policy (Dwelling and General Property Forms) are at http://www.fema.gov/national-flood-insurance- program/standard-flood-insurance-policy-forms#1.] The three forms, available at http://www.fema.gov/forms-0 are: 1. The standard “Proof of Loss,” used to support the full value of your claim. [Proof of Loss, FEMA Form #86-0-9 ]. Even if an insurance adjuster asked you to sign a Proof of Loss, the policy states that this is for “courtesy only.” Chances are that if you are reading this, it also undervalued your loss. Therefore, you will need to submit another Proof of Loss on time that complies with all of the items enumerated above. 2. The “Increased Cost of Compliance Proof
FEMA has extended the Proof of Loss DEADLINE to twenty-four (24) months after the date of loss. For example, when the date of loss for the Hurricane Sandy flood claim is October 29, 2012, the policyholder must send a complete signed and sworn-to proof of loss, attaching all documentation to fully support the claim, so that it is RECEIVED by the insurer on or before October 29, 2014. Similarly, if the date of loss is October 30, 2012 – all documents must be received by the insurer on or before October 30, 2014.
of Loss,” used to claim up to $30,000 for eligible “elevation, floodproofing, relocation, or demolition.” [Increased Cost of Compliance Proof of Loss, FEMA Form #86-0-10]. 3. The “Statement as to Full Cost of Repair or Replacement,” used to claim your full actual or estimated costs to rebuild, repair, or replace the property. [Statement as to Full Cost of Repair or Replacement, FEMA Form #86-0-12]. Although this third form does not state “Proof of Loss” in its title, this checklist will refer to it as part of the proof of loss forms and requirement.
Recommendation: Submit all proof of loss forms with supporting documentation so that they are RECEIVED by the deadline or earlier whenever possible . Comply on time if you have not received all flood insurance money that you feel you are owed. Comply on time even if your claim, supplement, or other paperwork is still pending with the insurer.
NYS Department of Financial Services
Hurricane Sandy Disaster Insurance Assistance - Storm Hotline for insurance and banking problems is 1-800-339-1759, open from 8 am – 8 pm weekdays and 10 am – 5 pm weekends. Website: http://www.nyinsure.ny.gov/
Available to provide assistance for storm related insurance issues for property damage from Hurricane Sandy. Online report card system concerning insurance companies who are operating in the areas that were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Allows New Yorkers to see the performance of their insurance company compared to other companies. The report cards will be published on the DFS website at www.NYInsure.ny.govand will be frequently updated.
American Arbitration Association Storm Sandy Mediation Claims AAA Disaster Recovery Claims Resolution Program
120 Broadway, 15th Floor New York, NY 10271 Toll-free: (855) 366-9767 or (855) 366-9768 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.adr.org
Program uses mediation to resolve insurance claim disputes between homeowners and businesses and their insurance carriers. On February 25, 2013, the New York State Department of Financial Services designated the American Arbitration Association (AAA) to provide the mediation services for certain Storm Sandy claims.
United Policy Holders www.uphelp.org http://www.uphelp.org/blog/roadmap-recovery/hurricane-sandy-claim-help http://www.uphelp.org/superstorm-sandy
Non-profit organization that assists consumers by guiding them through the insurance claims process. Online Roadmap to Recovery® program for overcoming challenges with property, flood and auto insurance claims and reaching a fair settlement.
Superstorm Sandy Claim Help Library for property and business owners. Contains tips, articles, bulletins, forms, reports, statistics, links, etc.
Recovery Centers
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers
The recovery centers act as a one-stop-shop for eligible survivors where they can meet with both state and federal workers and get help as quickly as possible.
All Disaster Recovery Centers on Long Island are closed.
Community Organization Active in Disaster COADS enhance citizen and community readiness through providing a framework for community agencies to work in
Mastic-Shirley COAD 631-615-8430 [email protected] www.ms-coad.org
Operates the Jubilee Recovery Center as the post-Sandy community resource center for the Tri-Hamlet area. Locations: St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 250 Neighborhood Rd., Mastic Beach Mastic Beach Hebrew Center 218 Neighborhood Rd., Mastic Beach
coordination with governmental first responders during times of disaster. COADS do not provide direct services.
Greater Patchogue COAD 15 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772 631-207-1000 http://www.patchogue.com/COAD.html [email protected] Long Beach COAD https://www.facebook.com/LBCOAD?ref=stream
Disaster Organizations
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
American Red Cross on Long Island
1.516.747.3500 Http://app.redcross.org/nss-app provides real time lists of open shelters
American Red Cross National Hotline
1.866.GET-INFO (866.438.4636)
Utilities
COMPANY CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE DEADLINES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
PSEG Long Island 1.800.490.0075 or 631-755-6900 www.psegliny.com https://www.liaccount.com/outage/Report text OUT to 773454 Outage Map at https://www.psegliny.com/c.cfm/Outage
To report an outage or downed wires 24/7.
National Grid Smell gas, call 1-800-490-0045
Do not smell gas but have no gas service, call 1-800-
930-5003
Customer support Long Island: 1-800-930-5003 Hearing/speech-impaired: 1-631-755-6660 https://www1.nationalgridus.com/NewYork
Gas leak and gas emergencies. Available 24/7.
Building Dept. Contacts
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Nassau County http://www.nassaucountyny.gov/website/AG/Federal/towns.html List of jurisdictions to check with regarding building permits.
Town of Hempstead Building Department hotline for Sandy recovery related inquiries. 516-801-5642.
Town of Babylon Planning & Development, Division of Building 631-957-3000
Town of Oyster Bay Building Division 516-624-6200
Town of Brookhaven Building Division 631-451-6333
Town of Islip Planning & Development, Building Division 631-224-5450
Town Emergency Contacts
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Town of N. Hempstead call 3-1-1 or 516-TOWN-311
www.northhempstead.com Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Hempstead 516-489-5000 downed trees www.townofhempstead.org
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Oyster Bay Downed trees call 516-677-5757 www.oysterbaytown.com
Town emergency services and downed trees
City of Glen Cove 516-676-2000; downed trees 516-676-4167 www.glencove-li.us
Town emergency services and downed trees
City of Long Beach 516-431-1000 www.longbeachny.org
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Babylon Downed trees call 631-957-4747 www.townofbabylon.com
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Brookhaven Downed trees call 631-451-8696 www.brookhaven.org
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of East Hampton Downed trees 631-324-0925 www.town.east-hampton.ny.us
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Huntington Downed trees 631-499-0444 Emergency # 631-271-6573; www.huntingtonny.gov [email protected]
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Islip Downed trees call 631-224-5600 www.townofislip-ny.gov
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Riverhead Downed trees 631-727-3200 ext. 228 Emergency Office 631-727-3200 X-654 www.townofriverheadny.gov
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Southampton Citizens response 631-702-2440 Downed trees 631-728-3600 www.southamptontownny.gov
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Smithtown 631-360-7553; downed trees 631-360-7500 www.smithtownny.gov
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Southold 631-765-1800 www.southoldtownny.gov
Town emergency services and downed trees
Town of Shelter Island 631-749-0291; downed trees 631-749-1090 www.shelterislandtown.us
Town emergency services and downed trees
Food Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
2-1-1 Long Island
Dial 2-1-1 or 1-888-774-7633 10am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday. A list of food resources is also posted at www.211longisland.org under the “Popular Search” tab on the homepage.
Referrals to area food pantries or soup kitchens.
Island Harvest (516) 294-8528 or (631) 873-4775 [email protected] For Transitional Feeding Program site in your area call 631-873-4775.
Agency offers mobile food pantries and deliveries in storm-affected communities. Call to verify current locations & schedule. Transitional Feeding Program provides pre-packed boxes of food (28 food items) designed to feed a family of four for up to four days.
Long Island Cares - The Harry Chapin Food Bank
(631) 582-FOOD Call to verify mobile locations. http://www.licares.org/ First Stop Food Pantry 10 Davids Drive, Hauppauge (631) 582-FOOD Monday-Friday from 9 AM - 3 PM South Shore Service Center 163-1 North Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst 11757
Storefront community assistance centers. Assist with emergency food, pet food, cleaning and other types of supplies. Open five days a week, one evening and on Saturdays.
(631) 991-8106 Nassau Service Center 84 Pine Street, Freeport, NY 11520-3616 (516) 442-5221 Mobile Outreach Resource Enterprise M.O.R.E. Van
M.O.R.E. Van travels throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties providing information, referral assistance, and emergency food to people at times when their neighborhood pantries are not open.
Housing Assistance Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Disaster Housing Assistance Program - (DHAP-Sandy)
For questions or comments regarding DHAP-Sandy please call us at 1-877-483-2251 or email [email protected]. http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD and type in “DHAP Sandy” in search box. Recommended Call Hours 8:30 am EST - 5:30 pm EST, Monday - Friday
On March 25, 2013, HUD and FEMA executed an Interagency Agreement (IAA) to implement DHAP-Sandy. The DHAP-Sandy provides monthly rent subsidies, security deposit assistance, and utility deposit assistance to assist eligible New York State residents displaced by Hurricane Sandy. The New York State’s Office of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) will administer DHAP-Sandy to eligible residents of the State of New York. The HCR will make rental assistance payments, on behalf of eligible families, to participating landlords for a period of up to 12 months commencing from the effective date of the initial Disaster Rent Subsidy Contract (DRSC). To be eligible for DHAP-Sandy, the family must have been displaced by Hurricane Sandy and referred to HUD by FEMA. FEMA is solely responsible for determining if the family is initially eligible to receive assistance under DHAP-Sandy. Under DHAP-Sandy, HCR will assume responsibility not only to provide a monthly rent
DHAP-Sandy is a temporary housing assistance program that terminates on December 31, 2014. In order to prepare the family for this eventuality, Disaster Case Management is provided and required for the entire duration of DHAP-Sandy.
subsidy on behalf of the family but also to assist the family in locating an eligible unit.
FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA)
As of 8.31.13 FEMA will continue to review the remaining households still utilizing the TSA program.
Nassau County Non-Emergency Hotline
1-888-684-4274
Nassau County Department of Social Services
516-227-8395 516-573-8626
DSS information number. After hours emergency line. After 4:30 and weekends.
Suffolk County Department of Social Services
631-854-9935 631-854-9100
Commissioner’s Response Line After hours emergency line. After 4:30 and weekends.
FEMA Rental Assistance
FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362; TTY 1-800-462-7585. Applicants can also register online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or with a Smartphone at m.fema.gov.
Storm survivors who lost their home because of damages caused by Hurricane Sandy may be eligible to receive rental assistance. FEMA offers funds to rent alternative housing for a limited period of time while repairs are made to the dwelling.
Section 8 Rental Assistance for Disaster Victims
Nassau County: Nassau County Office of Housing and Community Development 40 Main Street, Hempstead NY 516-572-0815 or 516-572-2782 Suffolk County: Community Development Corporation of Long Island 2100 Middle Country Rd., Suite 300, Centereach NY 631-471-1215 ext. 19
New York State has made Housing Choice Vouchers available to assist low income residents who have been permanently or indefinitely displaced by Hurricane Sandy to find rental housing. Eligible residents should be identified when applying for FEMA.
New York State http://www.nyhousingsearch.gov/
1-877-428-8844 M-F 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Looking for a place to rent
FEMA Housing Portal asd.fema.gov/inter/hportal/home.htm Looking for a place to rent As of 2014, no longer active for Long Island.
Multiple Listing Service http://www.mlsli.com/rentalsearch.cfm Looking for a place to rent
Home Repair Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
United Way of Long Island – Rebuilding Right
Contact Marisa Pollina to schedule an appointment 631.940.3740 [email protected]
Offers disaster construction case managers to guide homeowners on the rebuilding process. Learn what resources are at your disposal to get help to rebuild your home, how to rebuild your home for energy efficiency, how to apply for a town permit and get approvals to begin the rebuilding process. Make your house safer and more healthy to live in. Funded by the American Red Cross.
United Way of Long Island – Boiler Program
Application is via homeowner’s Disaster Case Manager only. Homeowners in need of boiler replacement should contact their Disaster Case Manager regarding application. If a DCM does not have an application, they should contact their supervisor or United Way. Applications will not be sent directly to homeowners. Disaster Case Managers may submit applications and supporting documentation on behalf of their clients. Applications will not be accepted directly from homeowners.
United Way of Long Island has received a limited donation of high-efficiency, gas-fired, steam boilers from US Boiler Company available to low/moderate income households in owner occupied homes where the existing boiler was damaged by Hurricane Sandy and requires replacement. Boilers must be compatible with homeowners existing heating system and square footage of home. Homes must have existing gas service and projects must be ready for installation. Home inspection required and homeowner must secure licensed/insured contractor. Low income guidelines (80% HUD) apply.
Applications will be on a first come first served basis until all boilers have been committed and approved by United Way.
Community Development Corp. – Mold Remediation Program for Homes Flooded by Superstorm Sandy
Doug Hirst 631.471.1215 ext. 123 [email protected] Download application at http://www.cdcli.org/mold-remediation-program .
Free program for mold remediation for homeowners whose homes flooded during Sandy. Services limited to cleaning and removal of visible mold and application of disinfectant where recommended by environmental engineer. Funded by American Red Cross and the Robin Hood Foundation.
Income guidelines apply. Proof of income and homeownership required.
Community Development Corporation of Long Island Sandy Housing Recovery Programs
Contact the Sandy Housing Recovery phone line 631-471-1215 and web site (http://www.cdcli.org/client-resources/super-storm-sandy).
CDCLI has programs that can help low and moderate income families affected by Superstorm Sandy:
•Emergency Home repairs up to $5,000
•Bridge Loan Product for Sandy Insurance Payments
•Home Improvements Loans Up to $25,000
•Mortgage Counselling for homeowners in distress
•Mortgage relief options for those affected by Hurricane Sandy
Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP) Washer/Dryer Program
Call LIHP at (631) 435-4710 and request an Application, complete request form at http://www.lihp.org/Contents/Sandy-WasherDryer.pdf
LIHP will make up to $1,500 available to eligible homeowners to provide new washing machines and clothes dryers. Funding provided by JP Morgan Chase.
Income guidelines apply. Funding for this program is limited. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds have been committed.
Lutheran Social Services of New York
475 Riverside Drive, New York NY 10115 917-860-0724; 212-870-1115; 212-870-1154
Provide home repair and construction management for homeowners with significant damage they are unable to address without support from the voluntary sector. Funded by American Red Cross
Serving Nassau & Suffolk
Financial Support Services
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Unmet Needs Roundtable
For a referral to a Disaster Case Management agency: Contact the 2-1-1 Call Center at 2-1-1 or 1.888.774.7633 10-5, Monday-Saturday
The Health & Welfare Council of LI, the United Way of Long Island and other agencies across Long Island are initiating a Long Island Hurricane Sandy Unmet Needs Roundtable designed to assist low/moderate income families whose disaster-related needs could not be met by any other insurance, government or nonprofit agency source. This tool, frequently used after federally declared disasters, connects donors with storm victim cases in which all other means of assistance have been exhausted. In this model, trained case workers present selected cases to a round table of funders, who then determine whether they will meet the expressed needs based on predetermined criteria. Any funding provided by the donors goes directly to whatever vendor can meet the need — for example, a contractor or a landlord — ensuring a transparent system for aid. Only Disaster Case Managers apply to the Roundtable on behalf of their clients.
Nassau or Suffolk residents. Income guidelines apply.
Disaster Counseling
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Disaster Distress 1.800.985.5990 Operates 24 hours-a-day, seven-
Helpline
text “talkwithus” to 66746” or “hablanos” to 66746
days-a-week as a resource to people who are in emotional distress after experiencing a natural or man-made disaster or tragedy. Available to survivors, first responders. Bilingual in 150 languages.
FEGS Health and Human Services
Superstorm Sandy Counseling Services
516-496-7550 ext. 6
Monday-Friday 9AM to 5PM (Evening and Weekend Hours Available by Appointment)
Provides supportive and spiritual counseling services individually designed to address issues related to Superstorm Sandy. These services are available for adults and children who live in the affected regions in Nassau and Western Suffolk Counties.
Free.
Visiting Nurse Service – Disaster Distress Response Program
1.718.888.6955 Provides counselling and emotional support via individual sessions in the home or group meetings in the community. AVAILABLE IN NASSAU COUNTY ONLY. Funded by the American Red Cross.
Free. Program ends August 2014.
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC 15 Neil Court, Oceanside, NY 11572
516-634-4173
Providing social workers for mental health counseling and emotional support through organized support groups for families and individuals affected by superstorm Sandy. Funded by the American Red Cross.
Oceanside, Long Beach, Atlantic Beach, Island Park, Merrick, Baldwin, Freeport communities.
Project Hope Provides one-to-one or group counseling services to residents of Hurricane Sandy impacted regions.
Program ended February 28, 2014.
Legal Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Touro Law School Pro Bono Storm Help Center - “TLC- HEART”
631- 761-7198 or email [email protected]. 9-5 M-Th; 9-3 F
Touro Law Center has created an Insurance
Checklist. It focuses on the upcoming and critical
Provides referrals, assistance and legal advice for local residents and small businesses affected by Hurricane Sandy. Staffed by volunteer lawyers and law students, center will provide
proof of loss requirement in the flood insurance
program, and also has information on the flood
insurance statute of limitations, RCV issues,
homeowner policy deadlines, and other tips.
To access the checklist, visit the TLC-HEART website www.tourolaw.edu/tlcheart.
•assistance in assessing eligibility and completing application forms • free legal consultation and advice on storm-related legal issues (insurance, landlord-tenant, consumer complaints, unemployment) •Free Legal Clinics
Nassau-Suffolk Law Services
Sandy Disaster Relief Project Michael DeTrano at 631 232-2400 or 516 292-8100
Providing free legal assistance to residents of Nassau and Suffolk counties to support homeownership retention and foreclosure prevention in the wake of hardships caused by Superstorm Sandy. An attorney is available to represent Long Islanders in disputes and matters caused by the Sandy Superstorm. Case acceptance is prioritized based on income and program capacity.
New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG)
hotline at 212-584-3365 or email [email protected] Offering legal aid disaster relief program to help victims of Hurricane Sandy, including residents of Nassau and Suffolk. FEMA and other disaster program benefits, insurance claims and disputes, Landlord/tenant, Mortgage, Consumer Matters, Accessing & Continuing Public Benefits, Immigration, Employment
Nassau County Bar Association
516-747-4070 or visit http://www.nassaubar.org and click on “For the Public” for a schedule of clinics. All clinics are 3-6 p.m. and
are held at the Nassau County Bar Association,15th St. & corner of West Street, Mineola twice a month.
Call for appointment for the next scheduled clinic.
Offering periodic free legal clinics for all residents of Nassau County affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Social Service and Support Programs
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Family Residences and Essential Enterprises
191 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Rd., Old Bethpage NY 11804 516-870-1606; 516-870-1657
Establishing a Recovery and Disaster Center to serve as an information resource for Sandy affected families and to other recovery organizations. Funded by American Red Cross
Serving East Rockaway, Baldwin, Bayville
Freeport Pride
46 Pine Street, Freeport NY 11520 516-378-1111
Case work, counseling and social service support focused on Freeport school district Hispanic families and their children impacted by Hurricane Sandy and exhibiting PTSD symptoms. Includes a Parenting Group and a Homework Help Program. Funded by American Red Cross
Serving Village of Freeport/ Freeport School District
United Veterans Beacon House
PO Box 621, Bay Shore NY 11706 631-665-1571
Case management especially for housing, employment and financial counseling for families and individuals impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Special focus on veterans with emphasis on wrap-around services. Funded by American Red Cross
Serving Nassau & Suffolk
Health Concerns
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS New York State Department of Health
http://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/weather/hurricane/
Information regarding health concerns, including respiratory, mold, drinking water, etc. is posted at website.
Nassau County Dept. of Health
Weekdays 9:00 am - 4:45 pm: (516) 227-9697 After Hours and Weekend Emergencies: (516) 742-6154.
Suffolk County Dept. of Health
Business Hours (631) 853-3055, (631)853-3005, (631) 854-0100 After normal business hours and weekends, contact (631) 852-4820.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
SUNY @ Stony Brook, 50 Circle Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790 (631) 444-0203
http://www.dec.ny.gov/public/76659.html
Posts storm related public safety information including air quality, hazardous waste, oil/gas cleanup, etc.
Volunteer Programs and Donations
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Long Island Volunteer Center
515.564.5482 http://www.longislandvolunteercenter.org/disaster
To register as a volunteer willing to assist with disaster recovery and other activities.
Pets
PROGRAM CONTACT SERVICES AVAILABLE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Pet Safe Coalition
(516)404-5513 www.petsafecoalition.org
Provides education to pet owners about disaster preparedness and provides emergency care and sheltering through local animal hospitals and animal shelters.
