FEMA FEMA Individual Assistance Programs 2

Question 1

What is FEMA's Other Needs Assistance (ONA) program?

Accepted Answer

Financial assistance for non-housing needs such as medical, dental, vehicle repair, and funeral expenses

Answer

ONA covers necessary expenses and serious needs not covered by insurance, including medical, dental, and personal property.

Question 2

Which federal agency administers the Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) program?

Accepted Answer

U.S. Department of Labor, in coordination with FEMA

Answer

DUA is funded by FEMA but administered by the Department of Labor through state workforce agencies.

Question 3

What is a Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) team?

Accepted Answer

FEMA personnel who go door-to-door in affected areas to help survivors register and access assistance

Answer

DSA teams conduct outreach directly in disaster-affected communities to connect survivors with FEMA and partner programs.

Question 4

Which program provides crisis counseling to disaster survivors experiencing psychological distress?

Accepted Answer

Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP)

Answer

The CCP, funded by FEMA and administered by SAMHSA, provides crisis counseling and mental health support after disasters.

Question 5

What is the purpose of FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?

Accepted Answer

To provide affordable flood insurance to property owners in participating communities

Answer

NFIP makes flood insurance available in participating communities where such coverage is otherwise unavailable or unaffordable.

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