Saline County Extension Center

Personal finances and disasters

We live in Missouri, where there are many threats for natural disasters.

Recovery After Disaster: The Family Financial Toolkit (PDF) is a key resource for families impacted by a natural disaster. (Please be patient while this downloads. It is a large document full of critical information.)
Who Can Help? Disaster Recovery Resources (PDF) lists key resources in Missouri for what (and whom) you need to call.
Without housing? This Figuring Out Where to Live (PDF) decision tree can help you work through the process of housing and save you time.
Don't wait until disaster is looming. See Preparing Your Evacuation Grab and Go Box (PDF) for information on making a grab and go box of your important papers "just in case."
What are your most important papers (PDF) and how do you replace them? Caring for Important Papers After a Flood (PDF) will help you successfully salvage these documents.
Protect yourself from possible theft if you've lost important financial documents. Tips to Take Control of Your Finances (PDF) includes information on bank statements, credit, ATM and/or debit cards; how to obtain free credit reports; and agency contact information.
Making Financial Decisions After a Disaster: Stay Focused on Priorities (PDF) offers strategies for disaster recovery.
Check out: www.MissouriFamilies.org — You'll find solutions for better living!