DISASTER RELIEF & RECOVERY

In the event of disasters, BPSOS is a first-responder, bringing immediate relief and recovery services to communities through direct assistance and short-term case management. We have also implemented long-term case management and community redevelopment initiatives, where individuals, families,and communities affected by natural or human-made disasters recover and rebuild their lives.

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With 35 years of experience working with immigrant and refugee populations in times of crisis, BPSOS has become a leading authority in long-term recovery case management for high needs populations. BPSOS has assisted thousands of families affected by Hurricane Ike, Hurrican Rita, and Hurricane Katrina.

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BPSOS assisted over 4,000 families through Katrina and Rita Relief and Recovery Program, securing them $16.5 million in aid, placing 850 in homes, and referring 265 to jobs, while building capacity for 12 faith-based and community relief organizations. 

 

Hundreds of BPSOS’ client families were African-Americans and other non-Vietnamese.