Hurricane Milton Physician Relief & Resources |
The Lee County Medical Society is working to assist physicians with relief and disaster resource support. Below is a guide to services available to physician residents of Lee County, Florida. This page also includes information on member practice updates and reopening dates. We will add or modify data on this page daily. We have also built a communication network for members to request supplies, housing, and relief. Text Julie Ramirez at the number below with your questions. Please consider donating to help us replenish the Physician Wellness Program which will help local doctors combat burnout and storm trauma. Click the button on the right to provide a gift. Do you need temporary shelter, supplies, practice or surgery space? Text Julie Ramirez at (239) 340-6351. |
Relief Resources FEMA: A Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster recovery center opened at South County Regional Park Recreation Center, 670 Cooper St., Punta Gorda. The DRC will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Lee Health Staff: The following clinics and outpatient facilities are closed:
Shelters: N/A. To view shelters near you, visit www.leegov.com/storm Sanibel Access: Sanibel is open to residents and business owners. The Lee County Sheriff's office asks that nonresidents refrain from traveling to these affected areas. Ft. Myers Beach: Curfew lifted. Matanzas Pass Bridge is open to residents and business owners only. Hurricane Re-entry Passes can be retrieved October 11, 2024, in the Target parking lot off of San Carlos Blvd. Staff will be there from 7:00am - 4:30pm, weather permitting. Bonita Beach: Bonita Beach including Little Hickory Island is no longer under a curfew. AlertLee: AlertLee is Lee County’s mass notification system that delivers rapid emergency notifications via one or a combination of the following methods: phone, text, email and social media. Lee County Emergency Management (LCEM) administers and maintains the AlertLee mass notification system for the purpose of alerting citizens to natural and man-made emergencies. The AlertLee system will be used when an emergency arises that you should know about. Severe weather situations, missing persons, evacuation notices, boil water notices, fire or floods and active shooter situations are few examples of the type of events that may necessitate an AlertLee notification. Signup at www.AlertLee.com LeePrepares: LeePrepares is a FREE app available for iPhones and Androids. This tool assists individuals and families with preparing for and recovering from all types of disasters that may affect the community. Access:
Follow Lee County Emergency Management on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/LeePublicSafety.FREE RIDES TO SHELTERS: The Florida Division of Emergency Management has partnered with Uber to provide Floridians free rides to and from shelters in counties evacuating for Milton. How to get a ride: 1. Open the Uber app 2. Tap Account on the bottom right & tap Wallet 3. Add promo code MILTONRELIEF FEMA: 800-621-3362 Small Business Administration Disaster Loans: 800-659-2955 Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program: AOB FRAUD ALERT: EMERGENCY ACCOMMODATIONS: Need a rental? Try HurricaneHomes.org. FloridaHousingSearch.org is a free, statewide search platform where you can search for affordable rental property. Search HERE or call 877-428-8844. The local State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) office may have recovery assistance available to help with temporary relocation, rental assistance, debris removal, and home repairs. Income qualification requirements must be met. Go HERE or call 239-321-7979 Some local AirBNB hosts are offering reduced rates. Ask them if they are willing to reduce rates or are part of AirBNB's Open Homes Initiative before you book. WET DOCUMENT DISPOSAL: FOOD, WATER, ICE: COUNSELING: Mental health resources for individuals and communities are also available at MyFLFamilies.com/HurricaneIan. All Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian can find someone to talk to today through the Disaster Distress Helpline by calling 800-985-5990. Lee County Medical Society's Physician Wellness Program CLOSED COUNTY PARKS: DEBRIS REMOVAL DASHBOARD: CLOSED BRIDGES:
VITAL DOCUMENTS & ID REPLACEMENT: VEHICLE/VESSEL TAGS & TITLES: UNITED STATES POST OFFICES:
TBD INFANT SUPPLIES: MOLD REMEDIATION: MARINE TRANSPORT: MEDICAL CARE FOR PETS: FREE LAUNDRY SERVICES: DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE: AREA HOSPITAL STATUS:
IRS RELIEF EFFORTS: TBD OIR EMERGENCY ORDER: EMERGENCY SHELTERS (TBD): STORM CLEANUP: Crisis Cleanup will connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and faith communities who may be able to assist with:
All services are free, but service is not guaranteed due to overwhelming need. The 1-800-451-1954 hotline will remain open through Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. EMERGENCY ORDINANCES, DECLARATIONS & ORDERS:
| Help/Donate VOLUNTEER: If you are able to volunteer, please register with Volunteer Florida to ensure you are placed where the greatest needs exist. Steps to get started are listed below: STEP 1: Go to www.VolunteerFlorida.org Non-medical volunteers are also needed at area shelters, food distribution points, cleanup location - go to volunteer.unitedwaylee.org. DONATE: In partnership with United Way of Lee, Hendry & Glades County, the Southwest Florida Community Foundation (Collaboratory) has set up the Southwest Florida Emergency Relief Fund. 100% of funds support Southwest Florida nonprofits helping people affected by Hurricane Ian. DONATE HERE! The Florida Disaster Fund is the State of Florida’s official private fund established to provide financial assistance to our communities as they respond to and recover from times of emergency or disaster. In partnership with public, private, and other non-governmental organizations, the Florida Disaster Fund supports response and recovery activities. To contribute, please visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org or text DISASTER to 20222. Practice Reopenings TBD |