Southeast Louisiana Prepares
Serving Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes
United Way of Southeast Louisiana provides year-round disaster preparedness education and resources, distributes emergency kits, assists with supplies during disasters, and connects households to long-term recovery assistance. Through our Resiliency Center, we support neighborhood-based initiatives, expand access to critical services and resources, and help communities build the capacity to withstand, adapt to, and recover from future disasters.
Events
Get better prepared for disasters at upcoming events in and around Southeast Louisiana.
Join the National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge and local experts for a free and open to the public informative disaster preparedness workshop.
From practical tips on preparing before a storm to guidance on recovery afterward, you’ll gain valuable knowledge and resources to help keep you and your family safe and ready for any emergency.
Plus a little lagniappe – each attendee will receive an emergency kit. Don’t miss our portable power bank giveaway!
Join the New Orleans Mental Health Collaborative and community partners for a powerful workshop focused on preparedness, resilience, and recovery.
Learn how to care for your mental and emotional well-being before, during, and after a disaster, while gaining practical tools and resources to help you and your loved ones navigate challenging times with confidence.
What you can do right now
Choose how you want to take action.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE (FEMA)
FEMA Helpline
1-800-621-3362 | 7 A.M. to 11 P.M. ET, 7 days a week
For Individual Assistance benefits, email AskIA@fema.dhs.gov
Download the FEMA app from FEMA.gov
Get a Game Plan
Be ready when severe weather strikes by getting alerts, news and tips from the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.
Resiliency Center
The United Way of Southeast Louisiana Resiliency Center founded by Rebuilding Together New Orleans, is a permanent home for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in our region.
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