Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Help for families with autism affected by the tornados

TACA (Talk About Curing Autism) is organizing specific items for families with autism impacted by the recent tornados, e.g. special diet items, supplements, financial assistance.  For those impacted by Austism that have experienced tornado damage, please contact Margaret Stewart.

TACA is currently setting up Disaster Support sessions in the major areas, providing the items mentioned above and support through their TACA Volunteers as needed.

Email Contact Information:  margaret.stewart@tacanow.org

Phone:    TACA office at 949-640-4401.

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=61228970932
Website:     http://www.tacanow.org/local-chapters/alabama/

Jefferson County schools reopen Tuesday, 5/03/11 @ 9 am

School Update:  Jefferson County Schools will reopen Tuesday at 9:00 AM. Buses will run one hour later than normal.

Ray of Sunshine & Take a break:   On Wednesday, May 4 come to Concord Elementary at 5:30 p.m. for a free hot dog and ice cream event for all storm victims and workers! Moonwalk for the kids....EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Monday, May 2, 2011

Local FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers

Six disaster recovery centers have opened to help those whose homes or businesses were affected by recent storms and tornadoes. The centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week until further notice.

Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Alabama Emergency Management Agency and other agencies will be at the centers to explain assistance programs and help survivors apply for disaster aid.

Jefferson County
Union Hill Baptist Church       Old Ashley Furniture Store     National Guard Armory
7049 Taylors Ferry Road        3429 Lower Parkway             140 Cane Creek Road
Concord, Ala. 35023              Fultondale, Ala.                      Warrior, Ala.
Church Ofc:  205-491-1103

If possible, before going to a disaster recovery center, people with storm losses should register with FEMA by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362) or online at http://www.disasterassistance.gov/.

Those with speech or hearing impairment may call (TTY) 800-462-7585. Help is available in most languages.

School Updates: Schedule, Childcare & Baseball playoffs

All Jefferson County schools are closed Monday, May 2nd.

Childcare for volunteers:  Hueytown Elementary will be open Monday, May 2nd from 9 am until 2 pm for any parents that need to have child care (any age - infant to teen) while assisting others in the areas affected by the tornado. Many of the teachers of HES will be at the school to provide this service. We will provide lunch at no cost for the children attending. Please forward this message by whatever means to those in the Hueytown/Concord area. ( Terry Henderson, Principal)

HHS Baseball:   Hueytown High School will host Briarwood in the 2nd round Baseball playoffs at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. tomorrow, Monday May 2. As you may know, Coach Patterson and JV player Brandon Miller have lost their homes in the storm. Please show your support of these individuals by "packing the stands". Donations for the Concord and Pleasant Grove victims will be taken at the gate. (Gayle Gober, Principal)

Saturday, April 30, 2011

Official Red Cross Location - Pleasant Ridge Bapt Church - Hueytown

The Red Cross facility at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church Family Life Center is loaded with supplies.  They are able to meet your needs for food, clothing, water and healthcare.

Location:  Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church - Life Center
                1343 Hueytown Road
                Hueytown, Alabama   35023

Directly across from the Dairy Queen

Available: Water, Food, Tarps & Ice: Hueytown Gilmore Stadium

The National Guard is on-site at the Gilmore Stadium in Hueytown handing out food, water, tarps and ice. 

Enter from High School Road and the Guard will load your car.

Location:   Gilmore Stadium - Hueytown
                 2058 High School Road
                 Hueytown Al.  35023.

Insurance Claim Info from Birmingham News/Al.com

http://blog.al.com/montgomery/2011/04/aldoi_preps_response_for_storm.html

Alabama Dept of Insurance:  http://www.aldoi.gov/
    (334) 269-3550 or at (800) 433-3966 (in-state toll free)

Insurance Claims Hotlines:  http://www.aldoi.gov/HurricaneIvan.aspx
    •State Farm, 800-732-5246
    •Alfa, 800-964-2532
    •Allstate, 800-255-7828
    •Farmers, 800-435-7764
    •USAA, 800-531-8722
    •Cotton States, 866-714-6902
    •Auto Owners, 517-323-1200
    •Geico (auto), 800-861-8380
    •Progressive, 800-776-4737
    •Travelers, 800-252-4633
    •Nationwide, 800-421-3535

Insurance Mobile Claims Centers:   http://www.aldoi.gov/currentnewsitem.aspx?ID=773