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FiftyForward Flood Recovery Support for Older Adults
FEMA data shows that one out of every five Tennesseans affected by the May floods is at least 60 year old. In Davidson County, 4,782 individuals 60+ sustained damages. FEMA has paid out maximum grants for $29,900 to 210 Davidson County residents who are over 60.
FiftyForward is proud to provide recovery assistance to those in need. With the support of The Melkus Foundation, HCA Foundation and Piedmont Natural Gas, Stephany Gleadall has been hired as a Flood Recovery Care Manager. She received her bachelor’s of science degree in social work from Middle Tennessee State University. Stephany is employed full-time for one year to reach out solely to those 60+ affected by the floods. She will meet with individuals wherever they are currently staying, be it their home or a temporary one. She will travel to neighboring counties, as necessary, to reach those affected in Davidson and Williamson Counties, the area served by FiftyForward. Stephany can help with FEMA appeals, ongoing FEMA documentation, We are Home applications, securing household goods and other items lost in the flood, legal, medical, mental health, housing, and financial issues. Stephany said, “Rebuilding one’s home and life following a flood can be extremely complex, confusing and challenging. My role is to simplify the process, complete the legwork necessary to make recovery possible and timely and to help those 60+ know what their options are.” Stephany may be contacted at 743-3483 or sgleadall@fiftyforward.org.
FiftyForward is partnering with United Way of Metropolitan Nashville and five other non-profit groups to locate Restore the Dream Family Resource Centers in areas most affected by flooding. The Centers have on-site trained case managers who will work with individuals to design feasible solutions to meet their needs. Through a series of in-depth questions, the case managers gain a thorough understanding of each victim’s specific needs and bring together the mix of services that victim needs to make progress toward restoring their life. The Centers are located in:
Adrienne Newman, Associate Executive Director for FiftyForward Living at Home Services, said, “We are very proud to work with United Way on a comprehensive and organized way to reach those who need assistance. Our care manager will work closely with each of the Restore the Dream Centers to identify and assist older adults.” Davidson County residents who have applied for FEMA and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and still do not have enough funds to make home repairs can apply for “We Are Home” administered by the nonprofit group The Housing Fund. “With fewer than 50% of Nashville’s flood victims qualifying for an SBA loan, We Are Home is ideal for them,” according to Loretta Owens of The Housing Fund. First, a 4% interest loan will be offered based the individual’s ability to repay with terms ranging from five to 20 years. Second, if repair funds are needed beyond an owner’s ability to repay a loan, they will be eligible for a grant up to $10,000. Third, if a gap remains after the grant, an owner will be eligible for a 0% interest Due-On-Sale loan up to $20,000. The Due-On-Sale loan does not require a monthly payment. Instead, the loan is repaid when the property is sold. Anyone interested in the "We Are Home" program can call 615- 862-6523. Metro officials say if no one answers, leave your information and they'll call you back. You may also go to http://www.thehousingfund.org/floodrebuildassistance.html for an intake application and more information.
Websites that may also be helpful are:
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Please let us know what your needs are and ways that you want to help. Contact us at info@fiftyforward.org.
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