Tools, resources, and legal information to help you before, during, and after a disaster.

The ILA app allows you to get information on the latest disaster declarations in Iowa. Find information on sources of aid and how to apply. Access articles and information on disaster recovery and your legal rights. Create a disaster preparation kit, house emergency plan, and rally location. Upload important insurance information and records. Find and contact human services agencies. In the event of a major disaster, chat Iowa Legal Aid staff, locate emergency shelters, and receive push notifications with vital information. If you’re involved in disaster response, refer a survivor to Iowa Legal Aid using the disaster responder referral form.

Iowa Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization providing critical legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable Iowans who have nowhere else to turn.

Iowa Legal Aid does not represent a government entity.

App Sources:

ILA Website, https://www.iowalegalaid.org
ASPCA, https://www.aspca.org
American Veterinary Medical Association, https://www.avma.org
DisasterAssistance.gov, https://www.disasterassistance.gov
FEMA’s website, https://www.fema.gov
Homeland Security, https://www.dhs.gov
Humane Society, http://www.humanesociety.org
Iowa Attorney General website, https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov
Iowa Community Action website, https://iowacommunityaction.org
Iowa Health & Human Services, https://hhs.iowa.gov
Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management, https://homelandsecurity.iowa.gov
IRS.gov, https://www.irs.gov
Legal Aid Disaster Resource Center, https://www.ladrc.org
Missouri Legal Services, https://www.lsmo.org
National Alliance Against Home Repair Fraud website, https://renknowvate.app
National Weather Service, https://www.weather.gov
Ready.gov, http://www.ready.gov
Red Cross, http://www.redcross.org