Resources for Those Affected by the Fires
• The Jewish Federation has set up a hotline that will be manned from 8am-8pm through the weekend to help triage those in need of housing, counseling, evacuation center information, and emergency loans from Jewish Free Loan. The hotline number is: 323-761-8100
• For your own awareness, emergency notification broadcasts (http://www.nixle.com)
• Monitor Air Quality through AirNow (https://airnow.gov) which enables you to enter your city or Zip Code to assess your air quality.
• Track statewide fire(s) status through sites such as Cal Fire (http://www.fire.ca.gov/general/firemaps)
• Temporary Housing: The Airbnb Evacuee Program is now open to those looking for temporary housing. (https://www.airbnb.com/welcome/evacuees/venturacounty)
• Contact for available housing options: Scott Hillman (scotth@imtcorp.com)
• Register with FEMA disaster assistance center (https://www.disasterassistance.gov)
• What To Do If Your House Burned Down? Click here for more information
• Additional Suggestions from a Survivor of the Santa Rosa Fire Click here for more information
• Email relief@parachutehome.com for complimentary bedding and bath essentials.
• County Officials Facilitate Property Tax Relief for Homeowners Affected by Wildfires
• Macy’s is offering a generous discount for Woolsey fire victims and evacuees if you need any clothing (30%), household items (25%) and furniture/rugs/mattresses (10%). The discount is in place until January 26, 2019.
• Contact Bet Tzedek for free legal advice