Survivors of natural disasters can apply for free civil legal assistance from anywhere in the state. The service is available 24/7, with live support during business hours at 833-514-2940. Outside of business hours, the line switches to a message-based system to ensure continuous availability.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is providing the Blue Roof program for tarp installation. Call 1-800-766-3258 for help. More Info
The Humane Society is providing pet supplies. Click Here
U-Haul is offering free storage for belongings. Call 941-359-2413. Click Here for More Info
Florida homeowners and renters in counties affected by Hurricane Helene who experienced uninsured damages or losses may qualify for FEMA disaster assistance. To apply, call 1-800-621-3362 or visit DisasterAssistance.gov for more information. The line is open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM.
Open at the Lakewood Ranch Library:
- Monday, Sept. 30: 1-7 PM
- Tuesday, Oct. 1: 9:30 AM-7 PM
Call 855-729-1764 for financial help related to the Hurricane Helene disaster.
Water, ice, sports drinks, tarps, flood buckets, nonperishable food items, and meals are being distributed at the following locations from 7 AM to 7 PM, through Wednesday, Oct. 2, or while supplies last:
- 1000 Glebe Lane, Siesta Key
- 100 S Casey Key Road, Nokomis
- 326 Nokomis Ave S., Venice
- 8570 Manasota Key Road, Englewood
Call 311 or 941-861-5000.