Disaster Recovery Resource CenterAs part of its Financial Fitness initiative to improve the financial health of Virginians, the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants provides resources to help CPAs and the businesses and individuals they serve in dealing with the financial and tax consequences of disasters. Resources for CPAs Tax Guide Available Online (.DOC)
Many practitioners and their clients have found the AICPA's Disaster Area Practice Guide invaluable. The guide includes links to recent IRS publications and is designed to help CPAs assist their clients and employers with the tax consequences of a natural disaster. Resources for Public Disaster Recovery: A Guide to Financial Issues
Published in 2003 with support provided by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) Foundation, and developed by the AICPA and the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE), Disaster Recovery: A Guide to Financial Issues can help people affected by natural and man-made disasters to recover from financial loss. Offered free of charge by local American Red Cross chapters, the 32-page guide is the first comprehensive, easy-to-understand resource to guide people through the three key stages of disaster recovery: the days immediately after a disaster, the months following and the long-term future. Disaster Response: What to Do First — A Checklist for CFOs and Controllers (.DOC)
This new disaster response checklist for CFOs and controllers from the AICPA helps executives outline important issues, including employee safety, maintaining operations and evaluating the company's financial situation. Virginia.gov Emergency Notices
Find the latest emergency notices and up-to-date information from the Commonwealth of Virginia. Virginia Emergency Preparedness & Response Programs
The Virginia Department of Health has emergency preparedness and response programs that offer a wealth of information and resources on the state, regional and local level for dealing with emergencies like hurricanes. Disaster Recovery Tips by Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Tips to becoming an active partner in the recovery process when dealing with disaster — to not only rebuild your home and community, but also to minimize the risks of future devastation. FEMA's Emergency Management Guide for Business and Industry
FEMA offers a step-by-step approach to emergency planning, response and recovery for companies of all sizes. FEMA's "Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness"
FEMA offers tips on how to prepare for and respond to both natural and man-made disasters. Ready.gov
Learn some of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as assembling a supply kit and developing a family communications plan, for both a natural or man-made emergency. American Red Cross
Get the latest news and updates from the American Red Cross, including offices in your region. Direct Relief.org
Worldwide disaster information can be accessed at Direct Relief International's Web site. Small Business Administration Disaster Recovery Resources
Learn tips from the SBA to help you and your business recover from disaster.
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