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Legal Services of Greater Miami - 030124

Abstract Number: 030124

October 2003

Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. prepared a manual to assist individuals recovering from hurricanes and other natural disasters. The manual is in a question/answer format and can be used to assist individuals after many natural disasters. The specific topics addressed include:

  • Housing
  • Insurance
  • Immigration
  • Disaster Relief (FEMA)
  • Unemployment Compensation
  • Public Education
  • Family Issues
  • Food Stamps
  • Wages
  • Medicaid
  • Social Security and SSI

The manual serves as a good supplemental guide for programs gathering disaster relief materials. Access the full manual as a PDF document below.

Contact Information:

Margaret F. Zehren, Esq.
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc.
3000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 500
Miami, FL 33137
Phone 305-576-0080, extension 507
Fax: 305-576-5112
Email

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