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Preparing for the Unexpected — A Resource Review That Empowers Your Future

Across American communities, the headlines are filled with the aftermath of natural disasters, sudden emergencies, and systemic disruptions. While agencies and businesses often take lead roles in disaster response and recovery, everyday community members—the ones most impacted—are often left navigating confusion and loss without a clear roadmap to relief.

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That’s why Work With Grants is here to change that. We believe in empowering communities with the knowledge, tools, and clarity to prepare before disaster strikes. Through our 2025 Resource Review Program, we offer guided support, exclusive checklists, and a clear process to help you assess and activate your personal and household resources with precision and care.



Before the Crisis: Why You Must Know Your Resources

Preparedness isn't paranoia—it's power.


Whether you're managing a household, supporting elders, raising children, or building a business, it’s critical to know:


  • Who your emergency contacts are

  • What resources are available to you locally, regionally, and federally

  • How to access benefits when you need them most

  • Where you stand financially and logistically


We recommend reviewing and updating your personal resources twice a year.

Why? Because:


  • Situations change (family, income, employment, health)

  • Systems evolve (new policies, benefits, and requirements)

  • Emergency response systems may update their alerts or protocols


Regular reviews allow you to stay ready, respond confidently, and recover more smoothly.



The Calm After the Storm: How Prepared Families Recover Faster—and How You Can Too


When Hurricane Lena hit the coast last fall, it wasn’t just wind and water that tore through the neighborhoods—it was confusion, delay, and heartbreak for the families left picking up the pieces.


But not everyone struggled the same.


Two Families. Two Realities.


The Johnsons had always practiced their “what-if” planning twice a year. They kept a folder in a fireproof box labeled “Emergency Docs”—a system they built with the help of the Work With Grants Resource Review.


Within two days after the storm, they had:


  • Filed their claim with complete documentation

  • Met with their insurance adjuster virtually

  • Begun cleanup with reimbursement pre-approved


They weren’t lucky—they were ready.


Now contrast that with the Rivera family.


Their records were in a kitchen drawer... that flooded. Their photos? On a hard drive that was soaked. Their receipts? Never gathered.


When the adjuster finally arrived, they spent days trying to recall what they lost, prove ownership, and contact banks and agencies with limited phone service. They were exhausted, emotionally drained, and weeks behind on beginning repairs.


What Makes the Difference? Preparation.

In moments of disaster, you don’t need more stress. You need a plan, and you need proof.


Families that prepare ahead:

  • Get paid faster by insurance

  • Reduce time spent chasing documents

  • Protect themselves from fraudulent or denied claims

  • Feel more secure and in control


Those who don’t prepare are often left:

  • Scrambling for evidence

  • Re-explaining themselves to multiple people

  • Delaying repairs due to lack of approvals

  • Emotionally overwhelmed by things that could have been organized


📝 What Insurance Adjusters Commonly Need to Expedite Claims:

Use this as a template to get started now—before the unexpected happens:


Personal Info & Policy Documents

  • Copy of insurance policy (homeowners/renters/business)

  • Policy number and agent contact info

  • Government-issued ID of the policyholder(s)


Damage Documentation

  • Photos/videos of pre-damage condition

  • Photos/videos of post-disaster damage

  • Date and time the damage occurred (as close as possible)


Ownership Proof

  • Receipts or proof of purchase for high-value items

  • Serial numbers (appliances, electronics, etc.)

  • Home inventory list with values


Financial & Legal

  • Mortgage or lease agreement

  • Property tax documentation

  • Contractor estimates (if available)

  • Police or fire department report (if applicable)


Temporary Living or Business Expenses

  • Hotel receipts

  • Meal receipts

  • Emergency repair receipts

  • Proof of lost income (for business claims)


💡 Don't Wait—Start Your Resource Review Now

You don’t have to do it alone. Work With Grants is here to guide families, individuals, and community members through building strong resource plans that prepare you for the unknown.

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When you take the time to review your resources, you’re doing more than organizing papers—you’re creating peace of mind and resilience.


💬 Join the Movement. Prepare Together.


Invite your neighbors. Share this with your family. Let's create communities that are not just reactive—but proactive.


➡️ Connect with Work With Grants today to access exclusive tools, guided checklists, and community-based solutions designed to support your future—before the next storm hits.

🔗 Visit www.WorkWithGrants.com to get started on your 2025 Resource Review.





Take Action: Start Your Resource Review Today


Using the Work With Grants Resource Review Checklist, you can take inventory of your emergency planning, benefits, assets, liabilities, and support systems. It’s not just about paperwork—it’s about peace of mind.


You don’t need to go it alone. Work With Grants offers personalized support to walk you through the process, explain your benefits, and help you create a system that works for your unique needs.


 
 
 

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