Residential Resources:
Residents who sustained losses and damage to their homes are now able to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362. Please note that previous damage assessments performed by Milwaukee County OEM, WEM, or FEMA, as well as damage reports to 211 or MMSD do not result in federal aid. You must apply separately for FEMA assistance.
To be eligible for assistance, the resident must meet the following qualifications:
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.
- FEMA must be able to confirm your identity.
- Your damaged home is your primary residence.
- Your insurance, or other forms of disaster assistance received, cannot meet your disaster-caused needs.
- Your necessary expenses and serious needs are directly caused by a declared disaster.
For any questions about FEMA Individual Assistance and how to apply, call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 or email AskIA@fema.dhs.gov.
Business Resources:
Business owners who experienced losses, including property damage and lost revenue, due to the floods may qualify for disaster assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). These loans include:
Business owners can begin the application process online on the MySBA Loan Portal.
More information on FEMA assistance and links to additional FEMA and SBA resources are now available at county.milwaukee.gov/FEMAaid.
FEMA Assistance IS NOT First-Come, First-Served - everyone eligible will receive help.
