About the Program
When disaster strikes, the path to recovery can seem overwhelming. Our Application for Recovery Services is the first step toward restoring your home and regaining a sense of normalcy. We coordinate skilled volunteers and trusted subcontractors to repair damages caused by local disaster events, ensuring your home is safe, sanitary, and sustainable.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Ownership: You must own the home with a clear, uncontested title.
- Primary Residence: The property is your only home and will serve as your primary residence upon completion of repairs.
- Financial Need: You are unable to afford market-rate contractors.
- Sustainability: You have the ability to sustain homeownership after repairs.
Our Process:
- Application Submission: Complete and submit the Application for Recovery Services along with the required documents.
- Case Management: A dedicated Case Manager will guide you through the process.
- Assessment: We will assess your home to develop a scope of work.
- Approval and Scheduling: Once approved, your project will be scheduled, and repairs will begin.
Required Documents:
- Identification: Government-issued IDs for all adult household members.
- Income Verification: Recent tax returns, pay stubs, or benefit letters.
- Asset Verification: Bank statements, retirement accounts, etc.
- Ownership Proof: Deed or title, mortgage statements.
- Utility Bills: Recent water and electricity bills.
- Insurance and Assistance Letters: FEMA, insurance claims, SBA loan letters.
- Photos: Before and after photos of your home (if available).
Need Assistance?
If you have questions or need help with your application, please contact us at:
- Email: information@rebuildbaycounty.org
- Phone: (850) 481-1357
- Mailing Address: PO Box 306, Panama City, FL 32402
How to Apply:
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The Florida heat can be relentless, especially for those without proper cooling. Our Keeping It Cool program provides free window air conditioning units to residents at risk of heat exhaustion due to inadequate home cooling systems.
Community Clean-Up
A clean community uplifts everyone. Our Community Clean-Up program engages local groups and residents in beautifying our neighborhoods, preserving property values, and assisting those who need extra help.
Support Possibilities
Beyond our main programs, we offer additional support to meet various needs arising from disaster impacts.