FEMA Outreach in the Village
Representatives from FEMA stopped by Village Hall today as part of their outreach program and provided the following information. They explained that there is a 60-day window for people to register with FEMA for any storm related damage. This includes damage to their
house, cars, property, etc. People can register even if they have insurance. Once you are registered you can wait and make a claim at a later time. Typically people make a claim to their insurance company and then follow up with FEMA if the claim is denied or didn’t cover
the full amount. FEMA can offer relief in the way of grants and low interest loans, depending on the economic situation of the applicant.
Additionally, FEMA has provided NJ with money to use for disaster related unemployment benefits. Anyone who missed work and lost wages as a result of the storm can apply. The application can be done over the phone at 866-487-2365 or online at www.njuifile.net.
FEMA also has a Disaster Resource Center (DRC) set up at 1 Bergen Plaza, Hackensack, NJ. People needing assistance can go there to speak to someone in person or they can call that center at 201-336-6026.
Here is a link to the disaster assistance page.
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
Or call 1-800-621 FEMA (3362)