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FINANCIAL
AND LEGAL
DOCUMENTATION
If your home or income is impacted by a disaster, you will need
documentation to request assistance from insurance providers
and from government disaster assistance programs.
Housing: lease or rental agreement, mortgage, home equity line of credit, deed
Vehicle: loan documents, VIN, registration, title
Other Financial Obligations: utility bills, credit cards, student loans, alimony,
child support, elder care, automatic payments such as gym memberships
Financial Accounts: checking, savings, debit cards, retirement, investment
Insurance Policies: homeowners, renters, auto, life, flood, appraisals, photos,
and lists of valuable items
Sources of Income: pay stubs, government benefits, alimony, child support
Tax Statements: Federal/state income tax returns, property tax, vehicle tax
Estate Planning: will, trust, power of attorney
MEDICAL
INFORMATION
Health/dental insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, VA health benefits
List of medications, immunizations, allergies, prescriptions,
medical equipment and devices, pharmacy information
Living will, medical power of attorney
Caregiver agency contract or service agreement
Disabilities documentation
Contact information for doctors/specialists, dentists,
pediatricians, veterinarians
EMERGENCY
OR HOTLINE
CONTACT INFORMATION
FOR HOUSEHOLD
Employers/supervisors
Schools
Houses of worship
Social service providers
Homeowners Associations
Home Repair Services: utilities, plumber, roofer, carpenter, electrician
VALUABLES
AND PRICELESS
PERSONAL ITEMS
Priceless personal mementos, family photos, and keepsakes
Possessions with monetary value, including jewelry, art, and collectibles