FEMA now offering Transitional Sheltering Assistance

Eligible Homeowners and renters who sustained damages or losses from Hurricane Milton or Hurricane Helene may now receive Transitional Sheltering Assistance when applying for FEMA Individual Assistance.

Transitional Sheltering Assistance provides a place to stay for displaced residents living in shelters, vehicles or at their job for up to 90 days. Eligible applicants will be notified after applying for individual assistance.

FEMA can also help residents with immediate serious needs and rental assistance. Residents can apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, using the FEMA app or at (800) 621-3362. Help is available in most languages. If you use a video relay service, captioned telephone service, or other communication services, please provide FEMA the specific number assigned for that service. 

What You’ll Need When You Apply

• A current phone number where you can be contacted.
• Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying.
• Your Social Security number.
• A general list of damage and losses.
• Banking information if you choose direct deposit.
• If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name.

If you have homeowners, renters or flood insurance, file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance.

For the latest information on the ongoing recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, visit disaster.pinellas.gov.