Disaster Resources 2016 Flood June 20, As of 6:00 am on 6/20/16, there were 1,172 applications for FEMA 4272 Disaster.

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1 Disaster Resources 2016 Flood June 20, 2016 Brazos Flood Recovery as of June 20, 2016 As of 6:00 am on 6/20/16, there were 1,172 applications for FEMA 4272 Disaster. WHERE TO GET ANSWERS United Way of Brazoria County Office Open: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mon-Thurs.; 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Fri or Website: This resource guide, as well as up to date information, will be available on our website. Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) When: Hours: Where: June 22 nd June 27 th 10:00 am to 7:00 pm 1800 N. Downing Angleton, TX The American Red Cross will use the Damage Assessment s it has completed for Brazoria County to determine if a home was damaged and therefore eligible for resources. There will be gift cards, case managers, help to sign up for Crisis Cleanup so that residents can get assistance in cleaning out their homes, and many other resources there that can help. The only requirement is that you had some damage. All services are free. 1

2 June 16, 2016 DR-4272-TX-NR-003 FEMA News Desk: SBA PIO: News Release What Texans Should Expect after FEMA Registration AUSTIN, Texas When disaster survivors register for federal assistance, FEMA requires applicants to provide specific information to help determine eligibility. When registering, all applicants will be asked for the following: Social Security number address of the damaged primary residence description of the damage information about insurance coverage a current contact telephone number an address where they can receive mail annual gross household income a bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of funds identification and proof of occupancy such as a lease, rent receipt or utility bill Additionally, homeowners are asked to provide proof of ownership such as a property deed or title, mortgage payment book, property insurance policy or tax receipts. Important documents destroyed in the disaster may be duplicated with help from outside sources such as a county clerk s office, insurance agency or utility company. Damage Inspections Speed Up the Process After registering for federal disaster assistance, a FEMA contract inspector contacts the applicant and makes an appointment to view the disaster damage. Applicants unable to be present for the inspection can designate someone in the household over 18 years of age to handle the inspection as long as that person was also living in the household prior to the disaster. If an inspection cannot be made, FEMA may not be able to finish processing the application. FEMA inspectors have the applicant s nine-digit case number assigned at registration and always carry FEMA identification badges with a photograph. Inspections are free; inspectors are not authorized to ask for personal financial information other than to verify information provided at registration. 2

3 The inspection may last only 10 or 20 minutes. The inspector does not make decisions on eligibility. After the inspection, applicants receive a letter from FEMA explaining their eligibility for assistance. Assistance Grants If eligible, homeowners may use FEMA housing assistance grants to repair or replace: plumbing, electrical and heating systems roofs, outside walls and foundations windows, doors, floors, walls, ceilings and cabinetry septic and well systems mobile home resetting and anchoring, and reconnecting utilities Both renters and homeowners may qualify for grants for other disaster-related necessary expenses and serious needs, such as clothing, child care, room furnishings and appliances, medical and dental costs, vehicles and moving and storage expenses. How to Register Texans can register the following ways: online at phone (FEMA). Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech disability and use a TTY may call Applicants who use 711 or Video Relay Service may also call The toll-free numbers are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT, seven days a week. Multilingual operators are available. The disaster declaration for the May storms and flooding makes federal assistance available to affected individuals and households in 12 Texas counties: Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Fort Bend, Grimes, Hidalgo, Hood, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Travis, Waller and Washington. Individuals with a disability needing an accommodation to access Braille or large print, please let FEMA representatives know. American Sign Language interpreters can be available, if requested, by calling Everett Sedgwick at

4 Complete an SBA Loan Application to be Considered for Other Assistance Release date: June 15, 2016 AUSTIN, Texas Texans who suffered damage or loss from the May flooding and were referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration may lose income-based FEMA grants if they don t complete and submit the SBA loan application. Other Needs Assistance grants may cover uninsured losses for furniture, appliances and other personal property, even vehicles. Survivors will not be considered for this type of assistance unless they complete and return the SBA loan application. Applicants from Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Fort Bend, Grimes, Hidalgo, Hood, Montgomery, San Jacinto, Travis, Waller and Washington counties should complete the application, even if they don t want a loan. The SBA loan application is used to review an applicant s eligibility for additional assistance, said Federal Coordinating Officer William J. Doran III, who is in charge of FEMA s operations in Texas. For that reason, complete the application even if you don t plan to accept the loan. Some types of Other Needs Assistance medical, dental and funeral expenses are not SBA dependent, and completing the loan application is not required. However, it is always recommended by recovery experts. The application is not required for survivors seeking temporary rental assistance. The SBA is the federal government s primary source of money for the long-term rebuilding of disaster-damaged private property, offering low-interest disaster assistance loans to businesses of all sizes, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters. 4

5 Survivors may apply online using the electronic loan application via SBA s secure website at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Disaster loan information and application forms are also available from SBA s customer service center by calling or ing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may call For more disaster assistance information or to download applications, visit sba.gov/disaster. Completed applications should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, Kingsport Rd., Fort Worth, TX SBA loan applications can be submitted even as disaster survivors await an insurance settlement. The loan balance will be reduced by the settlement. SBA loans may also be available for losses not covered by insurance. Homeowners may borrow up to $200,000 from SBA to repair or replace their primary residence. Homeowners and renters may borrow up to $40,000 to repair or replace personal property. Businesses may borrow up to $2 million for any combination of property damage or economic injury. SBA offers low-interest working capital loans called Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations of all sizes. For more information on the Texas recovery, visit the disaster webpage for the May storms at fema.gov/disaster/4272; or visit the Texas Division of Emergency Management website at txdps.state.tx.us/dem.. 5

6 CRISIS CLEANUP HOTLINE (800) Available June 2, 2016 July 1, 2016 HOMEOWNERS CAN CALL FOR FREE HELP FROM LOCAL RELIEF AGENCIES IN TEXAS Information Technology Disaster Resource Center & VisionLink are supporting a free hotline for residents to call in for debris removal and home cleanup after the recent floods. The hotline connects survivors with reputable and vetted relief agencies that will assist in mud-outs, debris removal, and cleaning of homes, as they are able. Services are free but not guaranteed due to the overwhelming need. Response times will vary. *Important, this hotline cannot assist with social services food, clothing, shelter, insurance or questions about FEMA registration. For access to other community resources, survivors, should call

7 June 17, 2016 DR-4272-TX-NR-004 FEMA News Desk: News Release Protect Yourself from Disaster-Related Fraud and Scams AUSTIN, Texas As storms and flooding wreak havoc across Texas, FEMA officials are warning of another danger: scam artists and unscrupulous contractors out to fleece communities and survivors struggling to recover from disaster. Be aware of these most common post-disaster scams: Housing inspectors: If home damage is visible from the street, an owner/applicant may be vulnerable to those who pose as housing inspectors and claim to represent FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration. Ask for identification. Federal and state representatives carry photo ID. A FEMA or SBA shirt or jacket is not proof of affiliation with the government. FEMA inspectors never ask for banking or other personal information. FEMA housing inspectors verify damage but do not hire or endorse specific contractors to fix homes or recommend repairs. They do not determine eligibility for assistance. Building contractors: Natural disasters bring out fraudulent contractors offering cleanup and repairs. When hiring a contractor: Use licensed local contractors backed by reliable references; recovery experts recommend getting a written estimate from at least three contractors, including the cost of labor and materials; and read the fine print. Demand that contractors carry general liability insurance and workers compensation. If he or she is not insured, you may be liable for accidents that occur on your property. Avoid paying more than half the costs upfront. Doing so offers little incentive for the contractor to return to complete repairs. Pleas for post-disaster donations: Con artists play on the sympathies of disaster survivors, knowing that people want to help others in need. Disaster aid solicitations may arrive by phone, , letter or face-to-face visits. Verify charitable solicitations: 7

8 Ask for the charity s exact name, street address, phone number and web address, then phone the charity to confirm that the person asking for funds is an employee or volunteer. Don t pay with cash. Pay with a check made out to the charity in case funds must be stopped later. Request a receipt. Legitimate nonprofit agencies routinely provide receipts for tax purposes. Offers of state or federal aid: Beware of anyone claiming to be from FEMA or the state and asking for a Social Security number, bank account number or other sensitive information. Scammers may solicit by phone or in person, promising to speed up the insurance, disaster assistance or building permit process. Others promise a disaster grant and ask for large cash deposits or advance payments. Here s how to protect yourself: Federal and state workers do not solicit or accept money. FEMA and SBA staff never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections or help in filling out applications. If you have any doubts, do not give out information and file a report with the police. If you suspect fraud, call the FEMA Disaster Fraud Hotline at If you are a victim of a home repair or price-gouging scam, call the Office of the Texas Attorney General at For information regarding disaster-related fraud and how to protect yourself, visit texasattorneygeneral.gov/cpd/disaster-scams. For more information on the Texas recovery, visit the disaster webpage for the May storms at fema.gov/disaster/4272; or visit the Texas Division of Emergency Management website at txdps.state.tx.us/dem. 8

9 WATER TESTING FREE WELL TESTING FOR BRAZORIA COUNTY RESIDENTS AFFECTED BY THE RECENT FLOODING. The Brazoria County Water Lab will waive the testing fee for residents in any of the county flooded areas. Water samples will be tested for coliform or e-coli bacteria. Residents must provide their address, which must fall within the determined locations affected by the flooded areas within Brazoria County. Please contact the Brazoria County Water Lab at (979) for instructions on proper collection of water samples and to obtain appropriate supplies. The Brazoria County Water Lab is located at 409 East Orange, Angleton, Texas Water from wells must be collected using a sample container provided by the Brazoria County Water Lab. Instructions will be provided from the lab on the collecting of water samples. SMALL BUISNESS ASSOCIATION The US Small Business Association has announced SBDC representatives will provide business consulting services designed to help these business owners re-establish their operations and plan for their future. They will provide disaster loan program information, answer questions and help businesses apply for this much needed financial help. All services are provided free of charge. Businesses of any size and private, non-profit organizations may apply to SBA for low-interest disaster loans of up to $2 million to repair or replace damage to real estate, leasehold improvements, machinery and equipment, inventory and other business assets. These loans cover losses that are not fully covered by insurance or other recoveries. For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes, SBA also offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) up to $2 million to help meet working capital needs created by the disaster. Many small businesses are suffering financial losses caused by extended power outages, even though they have not suffered any property damage. EIDL assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered property damage. Business owners may also get help from SBA representatives at any Disaster Recovery Center in Texas. They may also contact SBA s Customer Service Center by calling toll-free (800) or by ing us at disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Hearing impaired individuals may call toll-free (800) or visit SBA s website at Additionally, disaster victims may now go online to file an SBA application for disaster loan assistance. The Electronic Loan Application (ELA) is accessible via SBA s secure Web site at 9

10 To be considered for all forms of disaster assistance, disaster victims should first register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) by calling (800) , or visit their web site at DIAL for Emergency/Evacuation Assistance If you need emergency/evacuation assistance, please call and request evacuation assistance from local public safety personnel. TEXAS ATTORNEY GENERAL Map flooded areas and evacuation areas Anybody inside the dotted line area was affected to one degree or another. Map below. Areas include Sun Creek Estate, Coffee Lake Ranch, Planters Point, Holiday Lakes, Longhorn Estates, Baileys Prairie, Jamison, Oak Bend, Bar X Ranch, parts of West Columbia, addresses of CR s 30N, 30S, 31, 34 and

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12 SHELTERS First Baptist Church nd Street Rosharon, TX Old Angleton Intermediate School/Angleton ISD Administration Building 1900 North Downing Street Angleton, TX (This shelter is at FULL capacity) For current shelter information, call (979) Public shelters are basic facilities that provide temporary housing for evacuees. Cots will be available. So pack as if you were going camping. Bring sleeping pads or air mattresses, blankets or a sleeping bag for each person, robe, shower shoes and toiletries. DO NOT bring any alcoholic beverages, weapons, firearms or illegal drugs. Pets are allowed; please bring shot records, food, bowls and cage. Please bring any important documents, diapers and formula for your children; prescription medicines; toiletries; food to meet any special dietary needs. AMERICAN RED CROSS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY (ONLY JUNE 17 th, 2016) Fire Department Drop (80 pack) at 200 N. Texas in Holiday Lakes Bar X drop at 1169 Bar X Trail, Angleton (80 pack). They are set-up in the parking lot. We will have two mobile trucks going thru the Holiday Lakes area street by street handing out supplies. Damage Assessment teams are on the ground in northern and middle Brazoria County where the water has receded. FOOD STAMPS The Texas Department of Human Resources will automatically replace benefits for programs participants in the flooding s path. If you already get food stamps: HHSC will replace some of your May-June food stamps You WILL need to visit an HHS office near you 489 This Way, Lake Jackson, TX Mustang Road, Alvin, TX

13 If you don t already receive food stamps: - For ALL Brazoria County residents You might be able to receive emergency help if you lost income this month due to the storm. You can apply by going to one of the following HHS offices by October S Brazosport Blvd, Clute Mustang Road, Alvin Applications are also available online at You will need to register to use the website to send in an application. Applications are also available at the Texas Health and Human Services website at The application can be faxed to You will need to provide proof of your identify and home address, such as a driver s license. You will need to answer questions about your family s income and resources. A family of 4 earning up to $2,915 this month might be able to get help. Those who can get food stamps will get 2 months of benefits. If you can give more proof of income and resources, you might get benefits for a longer period. Monthly Gross Income before taxes and Family Size Other income 1 $1,430 2 $1,925 3 $2,420 4 $2,915 5 $3,410 6 $3,940 To check the balance on your Lone Star Card call the Help Desk at

14 SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS Brazoria County Welfare Department Location: 313 W. Mulberry Angleton, TX (979) Office Hours: Monday Friday 9:00 am 11:00 am 1:00 pm 4:00 pm Type of service offered: Emergency rent and utility assistance available Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number Salvation Army of Brazoria County Location: 1618 North Avenue J. Freeport, TX (979) Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 am 4:00 pm Type of service offered: Emergency food Emergency rent and utility assistance Emergency shelter Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number St. Thomas Center Location: 415 S. Erskine Angleton, TX (979) Office Hours: Tuesday s, Wednesday s and Thursday s 9:00 am 2:00 pm Type of service offered: Emergency food Emergency rent and utility assistance available Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number 14

15 Brazoria County Dream Center Location: 796 Brazosport Blvd. S. Clute, TX (979) Office (979) Emergency Number Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:30 pm Type of service offered: Emergency Supplies of food Personal Care Items Cleaning Supplies Clothing Computer stations available for displaced residents to apply for FEMA, Unemployment, and other resources available. Emergency rent and utility assistance available Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number River of Hope Location: 796 Brazosport Blvd. S. Clute, TX (979) Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:30 pm Closed for lunch: 1:00 pm 2:00 pm Type of service offered: Emergency rent and utility assistance available Emergency rent and utility assistance available Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number 15

16 First Assembly of God (Brazoria) Location: 601 S. Market Brazoria, TX (979) Hours: Monday Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm Closed for lunch: 1:00 pm 2:00 pm Type of service offered: Emergency rent and utility assistance available Emergency rent and utility assistance available Driver s License or TX ID Card Proof of residence is required (Electric bill, lease, etc.) FEMA Disaster Recovery Claim Number CLIENTS WITH DISABILITIES Brazoria County Center for Independent Living Location: 1104-D East Mulberry Angleton, TX (979) Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm Type of service offered: Providing individuals with disabilities information assistance with applications for FEMA and Food Stamps Information and Referral Coordination of services Peer support and Advocacy COUNSELING Youth and Family Counseling 801 Buchta Road Angleton, TX (979) Christian Counseling for Change 2225 County Road 90, Suite 119 Pearland, TX (281)

17 Stephen F. Austin Community Health Network 1111 W. Adoue Street Alvin, TX (281) MEALS Salvation Army, in collaboration with Four Square Life and American Red Cross, are providing meals for the mobile kitchens which are located at all the shelters to provide breakfast, lunch and dinner. FOOD PANTRIES/CLOTHING Sacred Heart Social Ministries Beginning Wednesday June 15 th, 2016 Location: Hwy. 6 Rosharon, TX (281) Office Type of service offered: Emergency Supplies of food Cleaning Supplies Clothing Water Alvin Manvel Community Food Pantry 1212 S. Durant, Alvin Open: Wednesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Food Pantry Brazosport Cares 916 N. Gulf Boulevard, Freeport Open: Tuesdays and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Food Pantry The Food Basket #1 Wesley Drive (behind Wesley First United Methodist Church off Kyle Road, Clute) (979) Open: Tues. and Sat. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Food Pantry 17

18 Wesley First United Methodist Church 730 Lazy Lane, Clute (979) Open: Tues. and Sat. 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Food Pantry West Brazos Cares 8001 E. Ashley Wilson Rd. #A, Sweeny Open: Mon. and Wed. 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Clothes Shoes Food Pantry Unity Baptist Church 198 Cedar Street, Richwood (979) or (713) Open: Saturday June 18, :00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. **Any other time clients are being seeing by appointment ONLY** Clothes Shoes Blankets Mr. B s 2001 N. Hwy. 36, Brazoria (Close to Buccee s going towards West Columbia) (979) Open: Monday Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Clothes Shoes Blankets Cleaning Supplies BABIES: DIAPERS, FORMULA, BABY FOOD The Pregnancy Help Center 327 Garland Dr, Lake Jackson (979) The agency is also accepting donations of diapers, formula and baby food. 18

19 VETERANS SERVICES Brazoria County Veterans Office 451 N. Velasco Street Angleton, Texas (979) The Veterans Service Office provides information to all veterans and their families about the benefits to which they are entitled. Call for more information. Veterans who need medical advice should call the VA Network Telecare Center Hotline at or toll-free Registered nurses, pharmacists, and administrative clerks at the VA Network Telecare Center are ready to answer veteran health care questions. The VA Network Telecare Center is not for life-threatening emergencies. Veterans with life-threatening emergencies should immediately call 911. Evacuated veterans with urgent care needs may contact any VA facility across the country by dialing Veterans may call with questions such as where to access health care, how to receive their prescription drugs, or any other concerns they may have about their care SPCA OF BRAZORIA COUNTY 141 Canna Lane, Lake Jackson. (979) , Hours Tues. Fri, 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. They are accepting donations of kitty litter, pet food, and paper towels. SOCIAL SECURITY If you do not receive your regularly scheduled payment from Social Security as a result of the disaster, you can go to any Open: Social Security office and request an immediate payment. To find the nearest Open: Social Security office, call from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or go online at TTY INSURANCE For questions about insurance, the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), has set up a toll-free Consumer Help Line, , to assist individuals with insurance questions. Extended hours are being offered, operating Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. FINANCIAL SERVICES AND CONSUMER ADVICE Better Business Bureau Money Management International

20 LEGAL Lone Star Legal Aid for free legal assistance to low income families Call: (979) EMPLOYMENT Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Unemployment Insurance benefit services are available on the Internet, 24 hours a day. Generally getting help on the Internet is faster than using the telephone. However, TWC has expanded its Tele-Center hours to serve individuals whose employment of self-employment was lost or interrupted due to the disaster. Claimants can call Mon. through Fri. from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information via the Internet go to By phone Deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired customers may contact Relay Texas: (TDD) and (Voice). If you are self-employed and cannot work because of the disaster, you may be able to get assistance even if you do not have an employer. If you were self-employed or scheduled to begin self-employment you may be eligible. Workforce Solutions 491 This Way Lake Jackson, TX Phone: (979) Kelly Services, Inc. Employment Agency Address: 1201 N Avenue H #227, Freeport, TX Phone: (979) HEALTHCARE UTMB Health Angleton Danbury Campus Hospital CHI St. Luke s, Brazosport Sweeny Community Hospital Brazosport Medical Center Stephen F. Austin Community Health Center

21 UTMB Clinics UTMB Angleton Clinic and UTMB Pearland Clinic are seeing prenatal patients, patients needing birth control and pediatric patients. Angleton Clinic 1108A E. Mulberry (979) Pearland Clinic 4616 W. Broadway (281) Tetanus Shots Free Tdap/Tetanus shots available at all Brazoria County Health Department Clinics for First Responders and people affected by the flood. Outbreaks of communicable diseases after floods are unusual. However, the rates of diseases that were present before a flood may increase because of decreased sanitation or overcrowding among displaced persons. Increases in infectious diseases that were not present in the community before the flood are not usually a problem. If you receive a puncture wound or a wound contaminated with feces, soil, or saliva, have a doctor or health department determine whether a tetanus booster is necessary based on individual records. Please, call ahead to get more information on when a nurse will be available for vaccinations. Angleton Clinic: (979) Brazoria Clinic: (979) Clute Clinic: (979) Alvin: (281) Pearland Clinic (281) The Brazoria County Health Department Angleton office has a new address: 434 E. Mulberry, Angleton, Texas Toll-free number for dialysis patients State health officials are urging kidney dialysis patients whose treatments have been interrupted by the disaster to use an emergency locator service to find dialysis services. People on dialysis need to receive the blood-cleansing treatment three times a week. Patients also are encouraged to watch fluid-intake and to heed dietary precautions. 21

22 The toll-free number, , is available 24 hours a day. It is provided by the Texas End State Renal Disease Network and the Texas End State Renal Disease Emergency Coalition. CONSUMER COMPLAINTS The Office of the Attorney General announced extended hours during the emergency for its Consumer Complaint Hotline, Consumers can call the hotline between the extended hours of 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. to report price gouging on necessities including groceries, clothing, medical supplies, lodging, repair work and fuel during and after such crisis. Complaints can be made online 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, on the OAG website at MOSQUITO CONTROL The Brazoria County Mosquito Control District will be aerially spraying all areas of the county until further notice. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The Homeland Preparedness Project will be teaching a Community Emergency Response Team Class on Tuesday, June 14 th at 6:30pm to 9:30 pm. (Classes are for 4 weeks on Tuesday and Thursday nights). The location is 500 College Drive Lake Jackson, TX Join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and help take care of yourself, your family, your neighbors, and the community in emergencies and disasters. This 24 hour class prepares you to take care of the people you care about when a disaster occurs, until the professional responders can arrive. CERT Members can also assist with other tasks during emergencies like sheltering, damage assessments, and staffing the Emergency Call Center. There is something for everyone. Must be 17 (or with a responsible adult). No previous experience is necessary. The class is FREE! You must attend at least 7 of the 8 modules and the final exercise to complete the program. After graduation, you will receive a uniform shirt and a backpack with basic tools to perform the skills you receive during training. Sign up on our website at 22

23 DONATION DROP OFF SITE Our location at 2704 E. Mulberry Street closed on Friday June 17 th, We have moved to AISD s old Intermediate school (old football field side) in an effort to accept the larger donations that are being offered by National VOADs and large corporations, but we still are accepting local donations. The location will assist in getting necessary items out and in to the hands of the residents that need them. NEW LOCATION: Old Wildcat Field side of the old Angleton Intermediate School (Back side of the Old Angleton Intermediate School located at 1800 N. Downing Angleton, TX 77515) Hours will be adjusted as volume dictates. Phone number to reach the Donations Site is: (979) 979) UNITED WAY FLOOD RECOVERY FUND United Way of Brazoria County (UWBC) announced the establishment of the United Way Flood Recovery Fund. Donations to the fund may now be accepted through an online and mobile platform. Donations to the fund may be made in the following ways: Text RECOVERY to Visit UWBC s website at and click on 2016 Flood to find a secure donation form for credit cards. Checks can be made out to United Way of Brazoria County. On the memo line, specify Flood Recovery Fund. Mail contributions to Post Office Box 1959, Angleton, TX UWBC will work with local nonprofits and organizations to ensure funds reach Brazoria County residents most affected by the devastation of the 2016 Brazos River flood, helping with their recovery needs, especially long-term. The Flood Recovery Fund is being conducted alongside UWBC s annual fundraising campaign to raise awareness and investment for 47 health and human service programs that increase independence and self-sustainability, improve people s health and help children and youth achieve their potential. Contact UWBC at for more information. To update or add information Gloria Luna gluna@uwbc.org 23