The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) has announced a one-time emergency cash assistance program for families affected by Hurricane Helene in several counties, including Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington. Households can receive payments ranging from $500 to $1,000 based on the number of family members.
Families enrolled in the Families First (TANF) or SNAP programs in the affected counties will automatically receive benefits if their cases were active as of September 27, 2024, and remained active on October 1, 2024. These families will receive the funds on their EBT cards during the week of October 21, 2024.
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Other residents in the impacted counties may also apply for the assistance if they meet specific eligibility criteria, such as having a child under 18, meeting income guidelines, and being unable to live in their home due to hurricane damage. Applications are accepted online at https://onedhs.tn.gov/csp from October 21 to October 25, 2024.
For additional details, visit the TDHS website at https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/for-families/tdhs-disaster-emergency-assistance.html.
The TDHS is dedicated to supporting nearly two million Tennesseans through various programs, including the Child Support Program, SNAP, and services for individuals with disabilities. For more information on their services, please visit the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
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TDOT Assists Florida in Hurricane Relief Efforts
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has deployed its Strike Force crews to the Tampa area to assist the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, focusing on debris removal, infrastructure assessment, and road repairs. A team of 29 TDOT employees, with heavy equipment and vehicles, will work with FDOT for at least 14 days. Deputy Governor and TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley highlighted the importance of this collaboration, reflecting on past mutual support between the states. Concurrently, TDOT is managing recovery operations in East Tennessee post-Hurricane Helene, with updates available on their website and social media.