Disaster Recovery Resource Guide

RECOVERY

GUIDE

Making An Impact DISASTER RECOVERY RESOURCE GUIDE

OUR MISSION

To reduce disparities and address unmet needs for disadvantaged people in our community.

OUR VISION

Equitable access to community resources, resulting in longer, healthier, and happier lives.

While Making An Impact, Inc. strives to make information in our Guide as timely and accurate as possible, it does not contain all the services that may be available to assist you. Therefore, the organization makes no promises, claims, or guarantees regarding the accuracy or completeness of the Guide’s content and expressly disclaims liability for any errors or omissions contained within.

Information in this Guide has been compiled by Making An Impact Inc. and provided solely for the general public’s convenience. Guide content does not constitute fitness for a particular purpose, favoritism, recommendation, or endorsement by Making An Impact, Inc., its staff, or Board of Directors. Making An Impact is not responsible for the content of external sites.

Organizations and agencies listed in the guide primarily represent those who most often provide emergency and essential services frequently requested by people in need following a major disaster. To request an additional resource be added or suggest a correction, please submit your request in writing and email it to us for consideration at: info@making-an-impact.org

Making An Impact, Inc. is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. © October 2022

Clothing

GoodwillIndustriesManasota

www.experiencegoodwill.org/retail-donation-centers-near-me Goodwillclothingvouchers.GoodwillistemporarilypartneringwiththeRedCrossand localEmergencyOperationsCenters(EOCs)toprovidevoucherssuppliedbythe FloridaGoodwillAssociation.VoucherscanbeusedatanyGoodwillstorewitha referralfromtheRedCross,EOC,orapprovedGoodwillagency.

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Communication

Cellphone Carriers

Get updates on networks and special disaster-related services. Some cellphone carriers may waive certain charges for a specific period following a major disaster. They may also provide mobile stations with Wi-Fi, charging stations, and chargers at select locations. Contact the carrier directly for details.

AT&T

Customer Service (consumer) 800-288-2020 Customer Service (small business) 844-429-1875 www.about.att.com/pages/disaster-recovery/2022/storm-ian

T-Mobile

Customer Service 800-937-8997 www.t-mobile.com/news/community/hurricane-ian

Verizon Customer Service 800-837-4966 www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-responds-hurricane-ian

Communication

Internet Service Providers & Wi-Fi Hotspots

Some carriers may allow internet and Wi-Fi customers to access hotspots available nationwide to help them stay connected during outages or service interruptions by downloading their app. There may also offer an option with an app download to change your data option and turn your phone into a personal mobile hotspot if Wi-Fi is not available. Check with your carrier for more details.

Comcast / Xfinity

Customer Support 800-934-6489

Map of Public Xfinity Hotspots xfinity.com/wifi.

Identify Service Outage www.xfinity.com/support/status

Frontier Communications

Technical Support 800-239-4430

IT Help 866-745-9122 Website www.frontier.com

Spectrum | Charter Communications Customer Support 855-366-7132

Outage Info www.spectrum.net/support/tv/troubleshootingyour-spectrum-services-after-outage

Service Restoration Updates www.spectrum.net/support/general/ hurricane-ian

Map of Wi-Fi Hotspots spectrum.com/internet/wifi-access-points

TDD Messages (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf)

TDD Sarasota 941-861-1833

TDD Manatee 941-742-5802

Twitter® Accounts

The following Twitter accounts may provide additional useful information before, during, and after a disaster.

@FEMA @FEMARegion4 @FLSERT

Electric

To report and check on power outages and restoration.

FPL (Florida Power & Light) 800-468-8243 www.fpl.com/my-account/web-outage.html#wors/mainTab/phoneTab

Emergency Management

Peace River Electric Coop 800-282-3824 www.preco.coop Emergency Assistance 911

Non-emergency local 311 information in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

American Red Cross SWFL Fire or Other Disaster 800-733-2767 Military Emergency 877-272-7337 Website: www.redcross.org/local/florida/central-florida/ about-us/locations/southwest-florida. html?CID=organic_gmb_listings Hurrican Ian Website: www.redcross.org/local/florida/central-florida/ about-us/our-work/hurricane-ian-responsecentral-florida.html

American Red Cross responds to emergencies and disasters across the region such as home fires, floods, weather-related emergencies, and more. They provide shelter, food, clothing, and emotional support at no cost to those in need.

Emergency Management

Catholic Charities (Diocese of Venice) 941-488-5581 www.catholiccharitiesdov.org Catholic Charities provides service to people in need, advocates for justice in social structures, and works to organize other people of goodwill to do the same. Locations in Arcadia, North Port, Palmetto, Sarasota, and Venice, in addition to other towns and counties in SWFL.

DisasterAssistance.gov 800-621-3362 www.disasterassistance.gov

A federal agency assisting those in need of individual and household assistance.

Emergency Management (Sarasota) 941-861-5495 www.scgov.net www.scgov.net/government/emergency-services/hurricane-recovery www.facebook.com/SRQCountyGov

Register for Emergency Alerts - Register for Alert Sarasota County, a mass notification system for rapid emergency updates. Depending on user preference, this service sends alerts via phone, text, and email.

Sign Up Online: https://member.everbridge.net/ index/453003085613852#/signup

Sign up by Texting: SRQCounty to 888777 VeniceStrong to 888777 NPStrong to 888777

Evacuation Tips: www.scgov.net/Home/ ShowDocument?id=46317

Emergency Management (Manatee) 941-749-3507 www.mymanatee.org www.mymanatee.org/departments/public_safety/manatee_recovers_from_ian www.facebook.com/ManateeCountyPublicSafetyDepartment

Register for Emergency Alerts- For evacuation notices and weather warnings, including flood, sign up for Code RED and click on CodeRed Notification Registration at www.mymanatee.org/utilities

Emergency Management

FL Department of Children and Families 850-300-4673

Family Resource Support Centers 1864 17th Street, Sarasota, Florida 334234 www.myflfamilies.com/FRSC

Local centers will be opened across the impact area as a central location for access to community resources and support due to a recent disaster. Florida Department of Children and Families staff will be on-site, including Hope Navigators, behavioral health partners specializing in disaster recovery response, and public benefit eligibility specialists to help individuals and families needing assistance. Call to speak to a Hope Navigator. Serves Sarasota & Manatee counties.

FL Emergency Management 850-815-4000 www.FloridaDisaster.org

FL Emergency Info Line 800-342-3557 (only activated during disasters)

FL National Guard (Points of Distribution) www.flgov.com/2022/10/03/updates-on-recovery-efforts-in-Sarasota-and-Desotocounties-following-hurricane-ian

Florida National Guard has established 6 of the 9 Points of Distribution (POD’s) in Sarasota County to provide residents with food, water, and ice.

Sarasota CountyHyundai of Venice Englewood Center Plaza Twin Lakes Park 200 Jacaranda Blvd. 200 South Indiana Ave. 6700 Clark Road Venice, FL Englewood, FL Sarasota, FL

Venice Community Center San Pedro Catholic Church Sarasota County 326 South Nokomis Ave. 14380 Tamiami Trail Croquet Club Venice, FL North Port, FL 1400 Lucaya Ave. Venice, FL

Emergency Management

Goodwill Manasota- Mission Hurricane Relief 24 HR 888.230.8820 www.experiencegoodwill.org/communityresources

Goodwill Manasota is not a disaster relief organization; however, the nonprofit is temporarily partnering with the Red Cross and local Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) to provide clothing & household vouchers, information, resources, and referrals to anyone in need of assistance at one of their 3 Community Resource Centers.

Corporate Campus Veterans Services Office

Rialto

2715 51st Ave. E 8490 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. 676 South Tamiami Tr. Bradenton, FL Sarasota, FL Venice, FL

You can also receive information about needs such as roof damage or tarping, fallen trees, mold mitigation, appliance removal, and more by calling their 24-hr. hotline or texting the word “RELIEF” to 941-254-5977.

Missing Person & Found Person Reporting (FL Disaster.org) Missing Person www.Missing.fl.gov/es Person Found Safe www.safe.fl.gov/safe

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army meets basic human needs by providing food, shelter, and financial assistance to those in need.

Salvation Army- Sarasota Salvation Army- Manatee 941-364-8845 941-748-5110

Salvation Army- Venice Salvation Army- North Port 941-484-6227 941-240-5108

FEMA

FEMA – (Florida- Region 4) 800-621-3362

www.fema.gov

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) helps communities prepare for and recover from disasters. This federal agency is part of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security and provides disaster assistance, maps, emergency management & grants.

Application Checklist

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FEMA applications may take up to 48 hours to appear in online accounts. Your 9-digit Registration ID confirms that FEMA received your application.

FEMA Mobile App

www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products

The FEMA App allows you to receive real-time weather alerts, send notifications to loved ones, locate emergency shelters in your area, and more. You can download the FEMA App on Google Play and the Apple App Store. You can also download the app via text messaging.

FEMA Hurricane Ian 800-621-3362

www.fema.gov/disaster/hurricane-ian

FEMA published a Hurricane Ian website with information on how to dispel rumors and find assistance. Info in multiple languages. You can also call for help with your FEMA application or apply for FEMA by phone (711 available).

Financial Emergency Assistance

Seasons of Sharing Call 211

The Seasons of Sharing is an emergency fund to help with financial needs and homelessness prevention for the working poor in Sarasota, Manatee, Desoto, and Charlotte counties. Funds can be used for rent, car repairs, medical, childcare, and more. Call 211 to find an agency taking applications and dispersing Season of Sharing funds near you.

Social Security

Social Security replaces a percentage of your pre-retirement income based on your lifetime earnings. Social Security wages are based on your highest 35 years of earnings and vary depending on how much you earn and when you choose to start benefits.

Apply for Social Security or SS Disability Online

www.secure.ssa.gov/iClaim/rib

SarasotaSarasota 888-327-1206 2001 Siesta Dr., Sarasota, FL Venice 888-676-2944 1435 East Venice Ave. (inside Publix), Venice, FL

ManateeBradenton 877-803-6316 5540 State Rd. 64 East, Bradenton, FL

USA Gov

www.usa.gov/disaster-area-help

Following an event like an earthquake, flood, or tornado, the president may declare an area a natural disaster and allow individual assistance for those affected. Learn how to qualify for disaster help with food, bills, unemployment, tax relief, and more.

Food

Emergency Food Finders & Distribution Sites

Sarasota www.allfaithsfoodbank.org/foodfinder Manatee www.mealsonwheelsplus.org/food-bank-of-manatee/hurricane-relief www.mealsonwheelsplus.org/food-bank-of-manatee/food-pantries

All Faiths Food Bank 941-799-9160 www.allfaithsfoodbank.org

Meals On Wheels PLUS of Manatee 941-7747-4655 www.mealsonwheelsplus.org

North Port Meals On Wheels 941-426-6331 www.northportmealsonwheels.org

Salvation Army (check Facebook sites for current updates on hurricane relief sites & info) Sarasota 941-954-4673 www.facebook.com/SalvationArmySarasota Manatee 941-748-5110 www.facebook.com/SalvationArmyManatee Venice 941-484-6227 www.facebook.com/groups/salvationarmyvenicecorps

SNAP: FL Dept. of Children and Families- Suncoast Region 941-316-8100 www.myflfamilies.com

Visit the website for an update on disaster SNAP food assistance to recipients who suffered food losses related to a disaster. Serves both Sarasota & Manatee.

Fraud or Scams

FL Office of Attorney General 866-966-7226 www.myfloridalegal.com

Call to report fraud, price gouging, and scams. The Attorney General’s No Scam app can also be downloaded for free on Apple and Android devices through the app store by searching No Scam.

Fuel & Vehicle Charging Stations

Alternative Fuel Data Center

www.afdc.energy.gov/stations/#/find/nearest

Locate vehicle fuel & charging stations in the US & Canada

GasBuddy

The GasBuddy Fuel Availability tracker helps you find gas stations with vehicle fuel and charging stations. Information can be tracked online or by downloading the gasbudy.com app.

Sarasota www.gasbuddy.com/gasprices/florida/sarasota/1605 Manatee www.gasbuddy.com/gasprices/florida/manatee/954 State of FL www.gasbuddy.com/gasprices/florida

Gas: Natural Gas

TECO Peoples Gas 877-832-1833

www.peoplesgas.com

If you smell or suspect a natural gas leak, first move to safety, then call 911, followed by a call to TECO.

Housing (rental assistance)

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Sarasota County Residents

Manatee County Residents North Port Residents 941-861-7368 941-745-6270 941-429-3700 1660 Ringling Blvd. 1112 Manatee Ave. West 6919 Outreach Way Sarasota, Florida 34236 Bradenton, Florida 34205 North Port, Florida 34287 www.scgov.net/rent www.mymanatee.org www.cityofnorthport.com

Program is subject to available funds. Eligible Sarasota and Manatee County residents may receive rental assistance up to 18 months, which includes arrears and up to three months of prospective rent. Additionally, you can receive utility payments paid directly to the utility company. Local Emergency Rental Assistance Ambassadors help with the application process. Visit web sites for respective household eligibility, documentation requirements and application process.

Insurance

Flood Insurance

National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) www.fema.gov/flood-insurance www.nfipservices.floodsmart.gov/wyo-program-list www.nfipdirect.fema.gov/Membership/SignIn/?ReturnUrl=%2f

NFIP is a federal government program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The NFIP provides flood insurance to property owners, renters, and businesses to help policyholders recover faster when floodwaters recede. The FEMA manages the program (NFIP) and is delivered to the public through a network of more than 50 insurance companies and the NFIP directly.

Visit the FEMA website to obtain a policyholder or adjuster claim form. To view the current 50 insurance companies in the NFIP network, visit the NFIP services floodsmart website. If you already have a FEMA flood insurance account, you can log into their portal directly with your username and password at nfipdirect.

Insurance

Medicaid

www.myflorida.com/accessflorida

Florida Medicaid is the state and Federal partnership that provides health coverage for selected categories of people in Florida with low incomes. Its purpose is to improve the health of people who might otherwise go without medical care for themselves and their children. Call, visit, or apply and chat online.

Sarasota CountySarasota FL Medicaid Office 941-316-6088 1864 17th Street Sarasota, FL www.countyoffice.org/sarasota-fl-Medicaid-office-sarasota-fl-fd4

Sarasota Florida Medicaid Office 941-201-5871 3342 17th Street Sarasota, FL www.countyoffice.org/sarasota-florida-Medicaid-office-sarasota-fl-070 Venice Florida Medicaid Office 941-483-5922 320 Seaboard Avenue Venice, FL www.countyoffice.org/venice-florida-Medicaid-office-Venice-fl-071

Manatee CountyBradenton Medicaid Office 866-762-2237 2106 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton, FL www.myflfamilies.com

Medicare

www.secure.ssa.gov/iClaim/rib

Medicare is a medical insurance program for people over 65 and younger disabled people, and dialysis patients. Medicare offices are usually located within Social Security offices. Apply online.

SarasotaSarasota 888-327-1206 2001 Siesta Dr., Sarasota, FL Venice 888-676-2944 1435 East Venice Ave. (inside Publix), Venice, FL

ManateeBradenton 877-803-6316 5540 State Rd. 64 East, Bradenton, FL

Private Medical Insurance

Many insurers put prescription and referral waivers in place during and for a brief period immediately after a major disaster. However, this varies from plan to plan. Check with your health plan for service assistance and verify benefits during that period.

Aetna: 800-872-3862

FL Blue: 800-352-2583

Tricare (east): 800-444-5445

United Healthcare: 800-444-6222

Cigna: 800-997-1654

Humana: 800-477-6931

Tricare (west): 844-866-9375

Property & Casualty Insurance

Citizen Property Insurance Corp. Report A Claim 24/7 866-411-2742 www.citizensfla.com

A Florida state-owned insurance firm providing windstorm coverage and general property insurance for homeowners who could not obtain insurance elsewhere. They offer coverage for the dwelling, other structures on the property, personal property, and loss of rent or additional living expenses. Coverage for tenant or renter’s contents and liability is available. Claims can be reported even before knowing the full extent of the damage. File a claim online or call their hotline 24/7.

Property Insurance Fraud Reporting 800-378-0445

Florida Dept. of Financial Services (FLDFS) www.myfloridafo.com

To report suspected property insurance fraud, file a report online or call FLDFS.

Law Enforcement & 1st Responders

Fire Departments Emergency Call 911

Fire Departments are all-hazards departments that provide fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), and special operations, including response to hazardous materials and technical rescue incidents.

Sarasota (22)

#1 1455 4th St.

Sarasota 941-861-2101

#4 3530 Old Bradenton Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#7 4754 17th St. Sarasota CLOSED

#10 35 Vic Edwards Rd. Sarasota 941-861-5000

#13 1170 Beach Rd. Sarasota 941-861-5300

#2 2070 Waldemere St.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#5 400 N. Beneva Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#8 840 Apex Rd. Sarasota 941-861-5000

#11 2200 Stickney Point Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#14 8821 S. Tamiami Trail

Sarasota 941-861-5100

#3 47 N. Adams Dr.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#6 4100 Lockwood Ridge Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#9 6750 Bee Ridge Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#12 3110 Bee Ridge Rd.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

#15 Honore Ave.

Sarasota 941-861-5000

Law Enforcement & 1st Responders

Sarasota (22) (Continued)

#16 5875 Hummingbird Ave.

Sarasota 941-861-2116

#17 5431 Desoto Rd. Sarasota 941-861-5300

#18 7232 Myakka Valley Tr. Sarasota 941-861-5000

#19 15911 Rawls Rd. Sarasota 941-861-5000

#22 4531 Englewood Rd. Venice 941-861-5000

#20 5681 Pinkney Ave. Sarasota 941-861-9670

Shared Services

North Port Fire Rescue Englewood Fire Control (SCFD EMS)

Manatee (7)

#1 Bradenton Fire 941-932-9600

#4 Myakka Fire 941-322-6525

#7 West Manatee Fire 941-761-1555

#2 Cedar Hammock Fire 941-751-7090

#5 Parrish Fire 941-721-2093

#21 721 Center Rd. Venice CLOSED

Shared Services

East Manatee Fire Rescue

#3 East Manatee Fire 941-751-5611

#6 Southern Manatee Fire 941-751-7675

Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Troop F

Local 941-751-8350 Statewide 850-617-2000

Police Departments Emergency Call 911

Sarasota 941-366-8000

Bradenton 941-932-9300

Palmetto 941-721-2000

North Port 941-429-7300

Venice 941-486-2444

Sheriff’s Office Emergency Call 911

Sarasota 941-861-5800 Manatee 941-747-3011

Sarasota-Emergency Map

www.sarco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/sidebar/index. html?appid=c76eb99c8b554a5182ffe8e27b904454

Manatee-Emergency Map

www.manateegis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index. html?id=e4602daf0e2a49b39927cb729a821466

Medical Care & Supplies

Clinic (Federally Qualified Health Center - FQHC)

CenterPlace Health (Sarasota County) Appointments 941-529-0200 www.centerplacehealth.org

CPH has clinic locations in Sarasota, Venice & North Port. They offer primary, specialty, behavioral care and dental services to adults and children. Call for an appointment at an open location near you.

MCR Health (Sarasota & Manatee counties) Appointments 941-776-4000 www.mcr.health

MCR has multiple clinic locations in Manatee and Sarasota counties providing primary and specialty care to adults and children. Call for an appointment at an open location near you.

Clinic (Veterans Administration)

Sarasota County

Sarasota VA Clinic 941-371-3349

5682 Bee Ridge Rd., #100, Sarasota, FL

Manatee County 941-721-0649

Bradenton VA Clinic

5520 State Rd. 64, #101, Bradenton, FL

Medical Care & Supplies

FL Dept. of Health

Sarasota County DOH 941-861-2900 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, Florida 34237 www.sarasota.floridahealth.gov

Manatee County DOH 941-748-0747 410 6th Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida, 34208 www.manatee.floridahealth.gov

FL Special Medical Needs Registry

www.snr.flhealthresponse.com

Florida Statutes mandate Emergency Management to maintain a voluntary registry of persons who will need assistance during emergency evacuations. Records relating to the registration of disabled citizens are exempt from the Provisions of F.S. 119.07(1) Public Records Law (info is kept private).

Register if you need electricity to operate medical equipment, need transport services to evacuate, or need help getting medication. The statewide registry provides first responders with valuable information in disasters or other emergencies. Register at the state or local level.

State www.snr.flhealthresponse.com Sarasota Register online at www.scgovt.net or email PSN@scgov.net Manatee 941-749-3500 ext. 1667

Hospitals

Sarasota County (11)

Bayside Center For Behavioral Health 1650 South Osprey Avenue Sarasota, FL Bon Secours Venice Healthcare 540 The Rialto Venice, FL

Complex Care Hospital At Ridgelake 6150 Edgelake Drive Sarasota, FL

Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota 5731 Bee Ridge Road Sarasota, FL

Doctors Same Day Surgery Center 5741 Bee Ridge Road Sarasota, FL

Englewood Community Hospital 700 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL

Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota 6400 Edgelake Drive Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Memorial Hospital 1700 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL

Surgery Center at Saint Andrews 1350 East Venice Avenue Venice, FL

Venice Regional Bayfront Health 540 The Rialto Venice, FL Venice Regional Medical Center 540 The Rialto Venice, FL

Medical Care &

Hospitals (continued)

Manatee County

Blake Medical Center 2020 59th Street West Bradenton, FL

Centerstone Of Florida 2020 26th Avenue East Bradenton, FL

Gulf Coast Surgery Center 411 2nd Street East Bradenton, FL

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center 8330 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard Bradenton, FL

Manatee Memorial Hospital 206 2nd Street East Bradenton, FL

Manatee Palms Youth Services 4480 51st Street West Bradenton, FL

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center 4480 51st Street West Bradenton, FL

Mental Health

Disaster Distress

First Step of Sarasota

Florida Crisis Counselors

Veterans Support

National Suicide Prevention

Stress Relief-

Acute

Mold Mitigation

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (FDBPR)

FDBPR is responsible for licensing mold assessors and remediators. www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/mold-related-services/

EPA Guide on Mold

A handy guide for cleaning mold from flooded homes www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/flood-cleanup-protect-indoor-air-quality.

Crisis Cleanup/Hurricane Ian Hotline 800-451-1954 www.crisiscleanup.org/about

Assistance with damage from major hurricanes. They will connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups, and faith communities who may be able to assist with cutting fallen trees, drywall/flooring/ & appliance removal, tarping roofs, and mold mitigation.

Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County 941-861-2900

Info about indoor air quality and mold growth or visit www.floridahealth.gov/indoorair

Manatee- No information is available at this time.

Pets & Animals

Report a lost or found pet, report bite cases, neglect, or request assistance. SarasotaAnimal Rescue Coalition 941-957-1955 www.arcsrq.org

Cat Depot 941-366-2404 www.catdepot.org

Humane Society Sarasota 941-955-4131 www.hssc.org

Pets

Sarasota County (continued)

Sarasota County Animal Services 941-861-9501 www.sarasotasheriff.org/programs_and_amp_services/animal_services/index.php

Suncoast Humane Society 941-474-7884 www.humane.org

ManateeManatee County Call 311 www.mymanatee.org/pets

Humane Society of Manatee County 941-747-8808 www.humanemanatee.org

Lost Pet Services, Inc. 941-900-8303 www.lostfoundpets941.com

Manatee County Animal Services 941-742-5933 mymanatee.org/pets

Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue 941-306-5863 www.nateshonoranimalrescue.org

Pharmacies

Sarasota County www.countyoffice.org/fl-sarasota-county-pharmacy

Manatee County www.countyoffice.org/fl-manatee-county-pharmacy

Roads & Traffic

Florida 511 www.FL511.com

Toll-free service from the FL Dept. of Transportation with real-time updates on traffic conditions, road or bridge closures, evacuation info, congestion, crashes, and more.

511 Mobile App www.fl511.com/app

FL Dept. of Transportation www.dot.state.fl.us

Road Updates-North Port www.northportfl.gov/government/city-services/ fire-rescue/emergency-management/alerts#!

Roof Tarping

Crisis Cleanup-Hurricane Ian Hotline 800-451-1954 www.crisiscleanup.org/about

Assistance with damage from major hurricanes. They will connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups, and faith communities who may be able to assist with cutting fallen trees, drywall/flooring/ & appliance removal, tarping roofs, and mold mitigation.

Operation Blue Roof Program 888-766-3258 www.blueroof.us

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages Operation Blue roof on behalf of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. They provide roof tarps to homes that meet their criteria only in areas designated by the federal govt following a major disaster. The home must be a primary residence and have no more than 50% of the roof framing damaged. The roof must be standard roof shingles or a similar material that will allow contractors to nail the TARP in place. Check the website for more info.

School (closures & openings)

Sandbags

Sarasota No information is available at this time.

Manatee www.mymanatee.org/departments/public_safety/emergency_ management/sandbag_distribution

(closures &

For information on school early dismissal, closings, and openings before, during, and after disasters.

Sarasota www.sarasotacountyschools.net

Manatee www.manateeschools.net

(emergency)

IMPORTANT: Shelter openings vary with each emergency and will differ based on the size and intensity of each specific disaster. Do NOT go to the shelter until local officials announce that the shelter is open. For more information, stay tuned to local media & your County website for a listing of specific shelters open for an event.

Local Television

WFLA- CH. 8 WTSP- CH. 10 WTVT- CH. 13 WFTS-CH. 28 WWSB- CH. 40 WBSV- CH. 62 BAY NEWS 9

Local Radio

WLSS 930 AM WFLA- 970 AM WSRQ 1220 AM

WTMY 1280 AM WBRD 1420 AM WSDV 1450 AM

WWPR- 1490 AM WENG 1530 AM WJIS- 88.1 FM

WSMR 89.1 FM WCTQ 92.1 FM WSLR 96.5 FM

WTMY 99.1 WHPT 102.5 FM WKZM 104.3

WZSP 105.3 FM WTZB 105.9 WRUB 106.5 FM

WXTQ- 106.5 FM WSRQ 106.9 WSRZ 107.9

Shelters Open www.floridadisaster.org/shelter-status

View by county shelters that remain temporarily open or available following a disaster.

Shelter (emergency)

Sarasota Shelters (11) www.scgov.net Schools**

Atwater Elementary 4701 Huntsville Ave. North Port

Fruitville Elementary 601 Honore Ave. Sarasota

North Port High 6400 W. Price Blvd. North Port

Southside Elementary 1901 Webber St. Sarasota

Booker High 3201 No. Orange Ave. Sarasota

Gulf Gate Elementary 6500 So. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota

Phillippi Shores Elementary 4747 So. Tamiami Trail Sarasota

Woodland Middle 2700 Panacea Blvd. North Port

Brookside Middle 3636 So. Shade Ave. Sarasota

Heron Creek Middle 6501 W. Price Blvd. North Port

Riverview High 1 Ram Way Sarasota

**Pet Friendly (11): All school shelters in Sarasota are pet friendly

Special Needs Shelter Registry (Sarasota) To Register Call 311

Manatee Shelters (25) www.mymanatee.org Schools

Bayshore Elementary 6120 26th St. West Bradenton

Buffalo Creek Middle 7320 69th St. East Palmetto

Gullett Elementary 12125 44th Ave. East Bradenton

Braden River High 6545 SR 70 East Bradenton

Daughtrey Elementary 515 63rd Ave. East Bradenton

Haile Middle 9501 State Rd. 64 East Bradenton

Braden River Middle** 6215 River Club Blvd. Bradenton

Freedom Elementary 9515 State Rd 64 East Bradenton

Harvey Elementary 8610 115th Ave. East Parrish

Johnson-Wakeland

School of IB

2121 26th Ave. East Bradenton

902 33rd St. Ct. West Bradenton

Kinnan Elementary 3415 Tallevast Rd. Sarasota

Lee Middle 4000 53rd Ave. West Bradenton Manatee High**

McNeal Elementary 6325 Lorraine Rd. Bradenton

Miller Elementary 601 43rd St. West Bradenton

**Pet Friendly (3): Braden River Middle School; Manatee High School; Mills Elementary School

Shelter (emergency)

Manatee Shelters/Schools (continued)

Mills Elementary**

7200 69th St. East Palmetto

Prine Elementary 3801 Southern Pkwy. Bradenton

Tillman Elementary 1415 29th St. East Palmetto

Witt Elementary 200 Rye Rd. Bradenton

Myakka City Elementary 3720 Manatee Ave. Myakka City

Rodgers Garden 515 13th Ave. West Bradenton

Williams Elementary 3404 Fort Hamer Rd. Parrish

Oneco Elementary 5214 22nd St. Ct. East Bradenton

Seabreeze Elementary 3601 71st St. West Bradenton

Willis Elementary 14705 The Masters Ave. Bradenton

**Pet Friendly (3): Braden River Middle School; Manatee High School; Mills Elementary School

Special Needs Shelter Registry (Manatee) 941-749-3500 ext. 1667

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Transportation

Transportation To & From Emergency Evacuation Centers (last resort option)

Sarasota

For those who cannot drive or otherwise be transported by family, friends, or neighbors, Sarasota County will provide last-resort, free bus transportation for you and your pets (along with a limited amount of supplies) to and from a general population evacuation center. Transportation will be offered at designated rally points throughout the county.  (16 locations)

Complete the online registration form. All county libraries are available to help with online registration for those without a computer.

No information is available

this time.

Trash & Waste Materials

Information on the location, hours of operation, or pick-up schedule for residential and commercial garbage and recycling, solid waste collection, and landfills following a disaster.

Sarasota

City www.sarasotafl.gov County www.scgov.net

North Port www.northportfl.gov/government/city-services/public-works/solid-waste Venice www.venicegov.com

Manatee

County www.mymanatee.org/garbage

Anna Maria www.cityofannamaria.com Utilities 941-708-6130

Bradenton www.cityofbradenton.com Utilities 941-708-6300

Bradenton Beach www.cityofbradentonbeach.com Utilities 941-778-1005

Holmes Beach www.holmesbeachfl.org Utilities 941-708-5768

Palmetto www.palmettofl.org Utilities 941-723-4580

Longboat Key www.longboatkey.org Utilities 941-361-6411

Tree & Storm Debris Removal

Sarasota www.bit.ly/stormdebrispickupmap or visit www.scgovt.net Manatee www.mymanatee.org/departments/utilities/trash_and_recycling/ storm_prepa ration_and_debris_management

Crisis Cleanup-Hurricane Ian Hotline 800-451-1954 www.crisiscleanup.org/about

Assistance with damage from major hurricanes. They will connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups, and faith communities who may be able to assist with cutting fallen trees, drywall/flooring/ & appliance removal, tarping roofs, and mold mitigation.

Unemployment (disaster-related)

FL Disaster Unemployment Assistance 833-352-7759 www.FloridaJobs.org

Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is a program administered by the FL Dept. of Economic Opportunity that provides temporary financial aid to individuals whose employment has been either lost or interrupted as a direct result of a major disaster. Reemployment Assistance (also called unemployment insurance) provides temporary wage replacement benefits to qualified individuals out of work through no fault of their own.

IMPORTANT

You MUST file for FL Reemployment Assistance BEFORE filing for Disaster Unemployment Assistance.

REEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Reemployment Assistance Requirements

· Unemployed (through no fault of your own)

· Low to moderate total household income based on household size and HUD requirements

Apply Online Multi-Step Verification

1. Go to www.FloridaJobs.com

2. Click on CLAIMANTS in the top right corner of the homepage

3. Complete the multi-step verification process (be sure to have access to your phone and email at this time)

4. Verify ID

5. Set up your account with email and password

To File RA You Need

· Social Security Number, or for non- U.S. citizens, an Alien registration number

· Govt. issued ID

· Employer info (last 18 mos.)

· Email- Your own email address (you cannot share an email address with another person)

· Phone- to receive calls or texts for a multi-step verification process

For More Information

1. Once your account is set up and ID verified, you will be able to use the CONNECT system, which provides online access for claimants to apply for benefits, view and maintain claimant account information, view claim status and payments

2. Representatives available Mon.-Fri. 8:00a to 8:00 p

3. For questions or more info, call 833-352-7759

Unemployment (disaster-related)

DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE (DUA)

Disaster-Related Eligibility Requirements

· Unemployed

· Unable to reach your place of employment

· Cannot work due to injury

· Scheduled to work but no longer have a job

· Have become the primary provider due to the death of the head of household

Apply Online

1. Go to CONNECT.MyFlorida.com

2. Select “ Sign up now” if you have not accessed the System prior to September 2021

3. Follow the steps to complete the application

To File DUA, You Need

· Social Security Number, or for non- U.S. citizens, an Alien registration number

· Name & address of the employer affected by the disaster

· If self-employed, including but not limited to:

· Tax returns- state or federal

· Financial statements

Bank records or 1099 Forms

Apply By Phone

1. Call 800-385-3920 to file a claim for DUA

2. Representatives available Mon.-Fri. 7:30a to 6:30 p

3. For questions or more info, call 833-352-7759

DEADLINE: December 30, 2022, is the deadline to file a DUA claim related to Hurricane Ian

Weather Updates

FL Environmental Hazard and Hurricane Response Hub (Facebook) www.facebook.com/FLHurricaneHub

NOAA National Weather Service Hurricane Center (Facebook) www.facebook.com/NWSNHC

NOAA Weather Radio: FIPS code 012115 FREQ 162.40 MHZ

Fire Departments (Sarasota)

First Step Sarasota

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Region

17

511 23

FL 511 Mobile App

Blue

15

FL Crisis Counselors 20

FL Dept. of Business and Professional Reg.

FL Department of Children and Families

FL Department of Health

FL Department of Health (mold mitigation)

21

19

21

FL Department of Transportation 23

FL Disaster Unemployment Assistance

FL Emergency Info Line

FL Emergency Management

28, 29

FL Environmental Hazard & Hurricane Response Hub (FB) 29

Highway Patrol

Office of Attorney General

National Guard (Points of Distribution)

FL Special Medical Needs Registry

17

13

19

Veterans Support Line 20

FPL (Florida Power & Light)

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GasBuddy

Goodwill Industries Manasota

Goodwill Manasota

Hurricane Relief)

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Hospitals

Humana

Humane Society of Manatee County

Humane Society Sarasota

20

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Nate’s

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Roof

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River

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Salvation Army

Army (food)

Sarasota County Animal Services

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Security

Charter

Relief (free

Humane Society

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Peoples Gas

(evacuation last resort)

Waste Materials

Storm Debris

The first step in getting help, is knowing where to find it. In addition to our Disaster Recovery Resource Guide, Making An Impact also has a Community Connections Resource Guide (CCRG). The CCRG provides a comprehensive list of over 250 agencies providing essential need services in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

With nearly 4000 printed copies in circulation and thousands of views online, our CCRG has quickly become one of the area’s most trusted and widely used references for where to go to get help.

Primary users of our Community Connections Resource Guide include most of the areas social service nonprofits, law enforcement agencies, and faith-based institutions.

Visit our website or scan the QR code below to see our Community Connections Guide.

Scan for Community Connections Guide

QR code below to view disaster recovery resources for Sarasota and Manatee County residents

for DISASTER RECOVERY RESOURCE GUIDE