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Disaster Related Cash Grants | FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY - Disaster Services

Provides information and financial assistance for people and small businesses affected by disasters. Financial assistance is only available for losses not covered by insurance. Assistance is also only available in an area where a disaster, declared by the President of the United States, occurred. If a disaster is federally declared, FEMA may provide financial assistance for: - Necessary home repairs - Emergency assistance for mortgage and rent - Home replacement - Medical and dental services - Funeral services - Transportation, moving, and storage services

Date of Last Formal Update

09/09/2025

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Physical Address

Hours

Service Hours Website available 24/7

Voice

800-621-3362

Disaster Assistance General Inquiries

Application process

Visit website to apply, or call/email for assistance Documents Required: - Social Security Number - Employer’s payroll document containing full or last four digits of your SSN - Military identification - Marriage license to confirm proof of maiden name - U.S. passport

Fee

No fee

Eligibility

Must be individuals, families, or small businesses affected by a disaster that has been declared by the President of the United States

Languages

Interpreter services available

Service area

IL

Agency info

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Program of the federal government providing disaster assistance and information.