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The Latest Human Resources Announcements

Hurricane Ida Aid Resources

News from September 9, 2021

General and National Resources

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
500 C Street Southwest
Washington, DC 20472
800-621-FEMA
www.fema.gov

If a disaster is declared in your area, please call to apply for assistance or visit www.disasterassistance.gov.

FEMA Text Message Program

To locate an open emergency shelter, text SHELTER and a zip code to 43362 (4FEMA).
To locate an open Disaster Recovery Center, text DRC and a zip code to 43362 (4FEMA).
Please note that standard message and data rates apply.

Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery

National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center

www.nhc.noaa.gov/#Ida

Local Red Cross Locator

https://www.redcross.org/find-your-local-chapter.html

Red Cross Smartphone Apps

Apps will update people on the current emergency and provide information on safety during a disaster. www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/mobile-apps.html

Local Salvation Army Locator

www.salvationarmyusa.org

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)

Nationwide hotline: 800-985-5990
Text "TalkWithUs" to 66746
www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline

Pennsylvania Aid Resources

Poweroutage.us

www.poweroutage.us/area/state/Pennsylvania    

Pennsylvania 2-1-1

www.pa211.org

2-1-1 is an easy to remember phone number that connects callers to information and services in times of need. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during disasters. Please call if you are seeking resources such as clothing, food, or programs for your family. 

Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency

www.pema.pa.gov/
www.twitter.com/PEMAHQ
www.facebook.com/PEMAHQ

Pennsylvania Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/TANF.aspx 

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

unitedforimpact.org

New Jersey Aid Resources

Poweroutage.us

www.poweroutage.us/area/state/new%20jersey

NJ 2-1-1

www.nj211.org

2-1-1 is an easy to remember phone number that connects callers to information and services in times of need. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during disasters. Please call if you are seeking resources such as clothing, food, or programs for your family.

New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

www.ready.nj.gov/index.shtml  
www.twitter.com/readynj
www.facebook.com/READYNEWJERSEY

WorkFirst NJ

www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dfd/programs/workfirstnj

United Way of Northern New Jersey

www.unitedwaynnj.org

United Way of Central New Jersey

www.uwcj.org

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

unitedforimpact.org

Please note that Penn does not endorse the centers, providers, or resources above, nor does the University screen any providers that may be available through these resources. These services are being included for reference in this communication as a convenience, for the consideration of our staff and faculty. You should take time to screen and determine whether any resource is appropriate for you and your family.