Charlotte County, FL— The Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) announces that applications for assistance related to Hurricanes Ian & Idalia will only be available through July 31, 2024. Households still in need of repairs may have access to disaster-specific funding, but immediate action is required to secure aid.
Eligibility Criteria for Home Repair Assistance:
To qualify for home repair assistance, damages must significantly affect the safety and functionality of the dwelling. COAD is prioritizing the following groups:
-Low Income (80% of the area median income)
-Head of Household Aged 60+
-Displaced Homeowners and Renters
-Persons with Disabling Conditions
Eligibility is determined based on income, household size, and other relevant factors. For example, a single-person household with an annual income of up to $45,050 remains income-eligible, while a two-person household can have an annual income of up to $51,540.
Additional eligibility factors include:
-Property ownership
-Homestead exemption status
-Absence of current litigation involving the owner
-Up-to-date property tax payments
How to Apply:
The first crucial step towards accessing aid is completing the Long-Term Recovery Assistance Application, available at http://www.coadfl.org This application will only be available through July 31, 2024.
"We are trying to reach affected households who continue to have unmet needs and connect them to resources that may be available to help them," said Deb Houck, Long Term Recovery Director. "This application serves as the gateway to determining eligibility for financial assistance, home repair aid, or case management."
Individuals are encouraged to apply online at http://www.coadfl.org to initiate the application process. Those needing assistance or who have questions can contact Gulf Coast Partnership's Long-Term Recovery Department at 941-769-5162 or email LTR@GulfCoastPartnership.org.
Contact Information:
Deb Houck
Long Term Recovery Director
Family Services Center
21500 Gibralter Dr. #3
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Cell: 941-769-5162
For more information, please visit http://www.coadfl.org
For further details, please reach out to the provided contact information. Thankyou for your prompt attention to this important matter.
About COAD
COAD is a group of Charlotte County community organizations, working together to provide coordination of services to ensure that unmet needs are addressed, provide financial assistance and supplies, and to share knowledge and resources with Charlotte County residents during a disaster. COAD members include faith-based, non-profits, volunteer groups and government agencies.