Posts by Michelle Hudson
Sunshine Health, AHCA and DCF Partner to Bring Hurricane Relief Family Fun Night to Southwest Florida
Fort Myers, Fla. – Sunshine Health, the Agency for Health Administration (AHCA) and the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) are partnering to bring a Hurricane Relief Family Fun Night to Southwest Florida on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Suncoast Community Center. As Southwest Florida continues to…
Read MoreState-of-the Art Smart Stormwater Mgmt. Technology Successfully Tested at Babcock Ranch & Tampa Bay During Hurricane Ian
TALLAHASSEE, Fla (October 20, 2022) – While much of Florida continues to dig out from the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, many are looking for ways to improve the resiliency of their communities before the next large storm. One very positive story to emerge in the aftermath of the hurricane is the performance of state-of-the-art…
Read MoreOperation Blue Roof Sign Up Extended to Nov. 1
SARASOTA, Fla. — The last day residents can apply for Operation Blue Roof has been extended through Nov. 1 for homeowners in Lee, Sarasota, DeSoto, Charlotte and Collier counties affected by Hurricane Ian. The Operation Blue Roof program is a NO COST – FREE service for homeowners, providing a temporary solution that protects their…
Read MorePavese Law Firm adds new attorney
Brett G. Bleier Brett G. Bleier passes the Bar FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 20, 2022) – Pavese Law Firm is helping to shape the future of law in Southwest Florida by hiring and mentoring recent law school graduates demonstrating drive and promise, and guiding them through the first steps in their career as practicing attorneys.…
Read MoreFlorida Power and Light and the Florida Division’s EDS Department team up to offer Hurricane Ian assist
Fort Myers, Fl (October 20, 2022) – As part of FPL’s Care to Share® program, the Salvation Army is offering financial assistance to eligible customers who need to repair damaged meter enclosures and weatherheads so that they can safely receive electricity. Eligible applicants who require repair of damaged meter cans or weatherheads so that…
Read MoreLEGAL AID CONDUCTING FREE HURRICANE IAN PRO BONO LEGAL CLINIC SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22
Naples, FL– Legal Aid Service of Collier County (‘LASCC’) is conducting a free Pro Bono Legal Clinic to assist Collier County residents impacted by Hurricane Ian who need legal assistance. The Clinic will take place this Saturday, October 22, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at LASCC’s Naples Office located at 4436 Tamiami Trail…
Read MoreAlliance for the Arts Partners with Local Displaced Arts Community
FORT MYERS, FL (October 17, 2022) – Alliance for the Arts has become a refuge for local arts organizations that suffered damage from Hurricane Ian. It is well documented that Fort Myers Beach suffered catastrophic damages. The Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery lost the brick and mortar that stood for over 50…
Read MorePOST-HURRICANE IAN EFFORTS OF THE GOLISANO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NAPLES
NAPLES, Florida (October 10, 2022) – The Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (CMON) has worked to be a resource for children and their families throughout the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. From October 1 to October 7, CMON welcomed over 5,000 visitors free of charge. Coming from every corner of Southwest Florida, visitors have been able…
Read MoreFEMA May Need More Information from You
Public Service Announcement FEMA May Need More Information from You START DATE: IMMEDIATELY KILL DATE: Until further notice RUN TIME: 30 SECONDS After you apply for FEMA assistance, you will receive an eligibility letter from FEMA. Read that letter carefully. It will outline what you need to do if FEMA wasn’t able to…
Read MoreNorman Love Confections creates #SWFLStrong Florida Box, a limited-edition chocolate collection to benefit Hurricane Ian survivors through Better Together
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 19, 2022) – To support Hurricane Ian relief efforts, Norman Love Confections has created the #SWFLStrong Florida Box, with 50% of every purchase through early November going to Better Together, a local nonprofit dedicated to serving families and children. “While Hurricane Ian has devastated parts of Southwest Florida, the people of…
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