Questions and answers about common legal problems.
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Gustav -- Federal Aid Programs for Louisiana Disaster Recovery
(Separate Website)
See this FEMA information sheet about what sort of help there is from the federal government for Louisiana disaster survivors.
By: FEMA
Gustav -- New Disaster Recovery Centers
(Separate Website)
See this updated list of Disaster Recovery Centers around the state.
By: Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
Immigrant Eligibility for Disaster Assistance A Fact Sheet on services available in the immediate aftermath of disasters.
By: National Immigration Law Center
Important information about Road Home appeals.
(Separate Website)
Government Benefits
Important Road Home Update
Learn more about an announcement from The Louisiana Recovery Authority (LRA) about some Road Home applicants who tried to pursue appeals. According to the announcement, the Louisiana Recovery Authority and the Office of Community Development will review cases of people who claim their Road Home appeals were lost in the process. The Road Home applicants must ask for this review. Contact information is on the LRA's web site.
By: Louisiana Recovery Authority
Pre-Apply For Disaster Food Stamps
(Separate Website)
Online pre-application is available.
By: Louisiana Department of Social Services
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