| Term | Disaster Relief Services |
|---|---|
| Code | TH-2600 |
| Definition | Programs that facilitate the exchange of information and/or provide short-term assistance, usually in the form of food, clothing, blankets, temporary shelter, furnishings, small appliances or temporary financial aid, for people who have suffered injuries or incurred losses due to a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. The objective of disaster relief is to help individuals sustain their lives during the immediate aftermath of the event. NOTE: "Disaster Relief" is a category of services utilized by community human services agencies involved in disaster work. Government organizations do not recognize disaster relief as a formal part of the disaster cycle. Most of the services classified as disaster relief are considered by government to be part of disaster recovery and a few (e.g., disaster welfare inquiries) are categorized as disaster response. |
| Created | 12/4/96 |
| Changed | 2/4/04 |
| Use References | |
| See Also References |
Consumer Fraud Reporting (FN-1700.1470) Drinking Water Donation Programs (TI-1800.1900) Emergency Generators (BM-1750) Federal Business Tax Filing/Payment Deadline Postponement Information (DT-8700.1000-220) Insurance Claims Assistance (FT-3900.3300) Insurance Complaints (DD-1500.4800) Property Value Reassessment/Filing Information (DT-8700.6500-750) Public Health Advisories (JR-8000.6400) Public Showers/Baths (BM-6500.6500-710) Utility Service Providers (BV-9000) |
| External Classification Terms |
Disaster (CAN DI-180) Disaster Preparedness and Relief (UW 6.2.01.04) Disaster Preparedness & Relief Services (NTE M20) Disaster Relief/Recovery (NPC M02.04) Disaster Services (USA DI-180) |
| Related Concepts |
Disaster Services |
| Facet | Service |
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