FEMA Assistance Available to Residents Impacted by Flooding - Cook County Emergency Management and Regional Security - Columbus Square Fieldhouse

Cook County Emergency Management and Regional Security helps facilitate registration for disaster assistance from FEMA for Cook County residents affected by the severe storms and flooding between June 29 - July 2, 2023. Federal assistance may include temporary lodging, basic home repairs, and other disaster-related expenses.

Date of Last Formal Update

Unknown

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Physical Address

500 South Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644

Hours

Mon 8:30am - 7:00pm; Tue 8:30am - 7:00pm; Wed 8:30am - 7:00pm; Thu 8:30am - 7:00pm; Fri 8:30am - 7:00pm; Sat 9:30am - 6:00pm;

Application process

Online Assistance:Those who have insurance coverage should first file a claim. Those who have uninsured or underinsured losses can contact FEMA by going online to www.fema.gov/disaster/4728, downloading the FEMA app, or calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. In-Person Assistance:Those who need in-person assistance can visit a disaster recovery center. Assistance in languages other than English, including American sign language, and translated materials are available at these centers.

Fee

Free

Eligibility

Restricted to Cook County residents affected by the severe storms and flooding between June 29 - July 2, 2023

Languages

English

Spanish

Service area

Cook County, IL

Agency info

Cook County Emergency Management and Regional Security

Cook County Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) serves as Cook County's mandated emergency management agency. EMRS serves the 5.3 million residents of Cook County, including 135 local municipalities, and supports other County Government offices in emergency planning, preparedness, response, and recovery.