Illinois Disaster Assistance - City of Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications

Government disaster assistance covers basic needs only and will not normally compensate a participant for their entire loss. If the participant has insurance, the government may help pay for basic needs not covered under their insurance policy. Some disaster aid does not have to be paid back, while other assistance may come in the form of loans.

Date of Last Formal Update

Unknown

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211 Metro Chicago

Physical Address

121 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60602

Hours

Mon 24/7; Tue 24/7; Wed 24/7; Thu 24/7; Fri 24/7; Sat 24/7; Sun 24/7;

Fax

312-746-9120

Voice

800-462-7585

Application process

Call 1-800-621-3362 (1-800-462-7585 for those who are speech or hearing impaired) or apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov

Fee

Free

Eligibility

Restricted to Illinois homeowners, renters and business owners

Languages

English

Service area

IL

Agency info

City of Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications

City of Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications oversees a number of functions that support public safety and provides assistance to residents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The OEMC manages the following operational areas for the city: 9-1-1 call-taking and dispatch; the 3-1-1 call center; emergency management; and traffic management. The OEMC coordinates with departments citywide, including the Chicago Police Department and Chicago Fire Department, in addition to various other local, state, and federal agencies as it relates to public safety planning and coordination for everything from large-scale special events to public safety emergencies and disasters.