Disaster Recovery - Pisgah Legal Services

Pisgah Legal Services is here to help the people of our mountain region recover and rebuild from Hurricane Helene.

We have been active in disaster recovery since immediately after the storm, assisting our neighbors throughout Western North Carolina with disaster-related issues including FEMA applications and legal issues such as housing problems, FEMA appeals, homeowners insurance denials, and consumer protection against frauds and scams.

As always, you can apply online for our services, or call us at (828) 253-0406 or toll free 1-800-489-6144.

NEED HELP?

Upcoming In-person Disaster Legal Services – Free Legal Clinics:

• Burnsville | March 28, 1 PM – 7 PM (community flier here) (Folleto comunitario en español aquí)
Schedule an appointment online

FEMA Application Assistance

The deadline to submit an application has been extended to April 7, 2025. Click here for more information about applying for FEMA aid.

FEMA Appeals –

Self-Help Materials for FEMA Serious Needs Assistance ($750) Appeals

More Complex FEMA Appeals (home/property damage, housing assistance, etc.) – Call Pisgah Legal at 828.253.0406, choose option 8.

Insurance Claims – Insurance Claims and Appeals (English) and Spanish

Need help with a Homeowner Insurance Denial or Dispute? Call Pisgah Legal at 828.253.0406, choose option 8.

Seek assistance or file a complaint with the NC Department of Insurance

Tenants/Renters Rights – What You Need to Know About Evictions and Repairs (English) and Spanish

BPR Interview with PLS Housing Attorney David Bartholomew

Avoiding Consumer Scams – Avoiding Scams and Frauds (English) and Spanish

Disaster Unemployment Benefits – Application Deadline Extended to March 10, 2025.

Health Insurance through Healthcare.gov/ACA and Medicaid

Community Resources – Click Here

Nonprofit Resources for Federally Declared Natural Disaster Relief

SUPPORT THIS WORK

Pisgah Legal’s Hurricane Recovery Fund

Ways to Give

Volunteering

Pisgah Legal Services is working in partnership with Legal Aid of NC and is sharing content and resources.