"We Need a Level of Coordination and Efficiency in Disaster Recovery Never Seen Before..."
Gerome Hatfield - FEMA Regional Manager
Our Mission/Vision Statement...
To encourage the development of disaster resistant communities and reduce the effect of natural and manmade disasters on life and property.
Our Strategy to Achieve it...
Build on best practices to enhance community disaster resilience by increased community preparedness. Institute more efficient recovery delivery systems among various community stakeholders in order to directly benefit disaster survivors.
We need a level of coordination and efficiency in order to engage Emergency Managers and various community stakeholders in more effective recovery protocols including better long-term recovery systems. Promote best practices, usher in better community coordination.
Anthropologist Susan Hoffman author of the book "Disaster upon Disaster" points out that all too often sympathy and helpfulness become political. This should not be the case when it comes to helping people rebuild their homes and their lives after natural and manmade disasters. As a part of our mission, we reach out to Federal, State, and local Emergency Managers, Non-profit relief organizations, and caseworkers.
To those who are PREPARING, NAVIGATING, and RECOVERING from any natural or man-made disaster. Disaster Central is your community partner. We are dedicated to your equal, transparent, and consistent treatment in your recovery efforts. All too often, disaster survivors must endure extreme delays and unequal treatment among helping agencies.
YOUR BILL OF RIGHTS
The right to:
-A clear explanation of application requirements
-A right to appeal unfavorable decisions
-Knowledge where your application stands
-To know why a rejection occurred
-Knowledge of waiting list placement
-Right to access in a language other than English
LEGAL:
THE INTERNATIONAL OPEN FINANCE ASSOCIATION dba: DISASTER CENTRAL IS A REGISTERED 501 (C) (3) ORGANIZATION IRS TAX ID #02-0652387. OUR COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATON DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE (REGISTRATION #CH17123).
1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) / www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com