Recovery Resources

Disaster Recovery Resources

• Red Cross post-disaster services
• Santa Cruz County Community Development and Infrastructure Storm Recovery
• Santa Cruz County Environmental Health Disaster Support
• The California Department of Social Services disaster services
• Employment Development Department Disaster Unemployment Assistance
• Emergency Tax Relief (California Department of Tax and Fee Administration)
• California Franchise Tax Board Disaster Loss Information
• CalVet Financial Assistance Programs for Veterans
• California Department of Housing and Community Development Disaster Recovery and Mitigation

Returning Home & Storm Damage Debris Removal

• Approved Haulers
• Coming home after a flood
  English Spanish
• Documenting damage and beginning clean-up
  English Spanish
• Cleaning up mold after a flood
  English Spanish
• Reducing future flood damage
  English Spanish
• Property After a Disaster
• Storm Damage Disposal Guidelines
  English Spanish
• Mud Removal FAQ
  English Spanish

Legal, Insurance Claims & Loan Resources

• United Policy Holders Disaster Recovery Support
• How do I start a flood claim?
  English Spanish
• Getting help with your insurer/filing a complaint
• Disaster Unemployment Assistance (ca.gov)
• Disaster Legal Services

Health & Safety Information

• Food and water safety guidance
  English Spanish
• Injury and Infection prevention during floods
  English Spanish
• What to know about water quality during and after storms
  English Spanish