Individuals with Disabilities Get Help Applying for Disaster Assistance

The [Federal Emergency Management Agency][1] (FEMA) and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) are working to ensure that people with disabilities have access to disaster assistance programs. Organizations participating with FEMA and PEMA in serving individuals with disabilities include the Pennsylvania Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the Institute on Disabilities at Temple University and the Pennsylvania Statewide Independent Living Council. [Register][2] for help online with FEMA, by [smartphone][3], or by calling toll-free at **1-800-621-FEMA (3362) **and **1-800-462-7585 (TTY)**.

[1]: http://www.fema.gov/
[2]: http://www.disasterassistance.gov/
[3]: http://m.fema.gov/

URL: http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=59178