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Federal Emergency Management Agency Offices | FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY - Disaster Services

Resource Name:Federal Emergency Management Agency Offices | FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY - Disaster Services

Eligibility

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

Hours

Service Hours Website available 24/7
202-646-2500

Voice

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General FEMA Questions

800-621-3362

Voice

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Disaster Assistance General Inquiries

Languages

Interpreter services available

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

Fees

No fee

Service area

All ZIP Codes, IL
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

Last assured

09/09/2025

Providing organization

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Program of the federal government providing disaster assistance and information.