Assistance for veterans, farmers affected by severe weather

(BROOKVILLE, Ind.) – There are financial assistance opportunities for veterans and farmers who were impacted by the storms as well as the flooding. 

The Franklin County Veteran Service Office said veterans and eligible family members do have short-term assistance available. 

Other flood-related needs can be submitted through the Military Family Relief Fund or by clicking here. 

Contact the Franklin County VSO at 765-647-5721 or by email at veteran@franklincounty.in.gov 

Agriculture 

If your farm or agricultural operation in Franklin County has experienced damage from recent wind or flooding, please contact the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) as soon as possible.

“Photos and documentation of damage are extremely helpful. The more information that can be gathered and provided, the better chance we have of documenting the extent of the damage and supporting potential assistance,” officials said. 

Contact the FSA office first, and they can help guide you on what documentation is needed.

Here is who to contact:

USDA Farm Service Agency

10165-A Oxford Pike

Brookville, IN 47012

(765) 647-2651

Homeowners and tenants:

If you were impacted by the recent severe weather and flooding and you are ready to begin the clean-up process, remember:

• Take photos of your damage

• Make of list of damaged items

• Call your insurance to submit a claim

  
  

More helpful tips can be found at https://www.ready.gov/floods 

The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority is providing temporary housing grants to help eligible displaced Hoosiers transition from emergency shelters into hotels, apartments and other temporary accommodations. Hoosiers in need of temporary housing can find more information at IN211.communityos.org or by calling 211.

Indiana’s State Disaster Relief Fund will provide up to $5,000 in emergency aid grants to Hoosiers in need of assistance. This fund will enable families to get the basics like clothing and food while they are displaced from their homes. 

There is also the emergency SNAP benefit replacements program for eligible SNAP recipients who lost food due to the storm or power outages. Affected Hoosiers will need to submit an affidavit for replacement benefits. The affidavit must be submitted within 10 days of the event and the loss (due to power outage, flood, etc.) must be verified.

The document may be uploaded to the FSSA Benefits Portal, faxed to 888-436-9199 or dropped off at any Division of Family Resources’ office.

The Indiana Department of Insurance is working with the Office of the Attorney General to help Hoosiers understand insurance coverage, determine next steps for uninsured losses and protect themselves from disaster-related scams. Consumer complaints can be filed with the Attorney General's Office at indianaconsumer.com.