Hurricane Resources

FISH OF SANIBEL-CAPTIVA IS OPERATING ON SANIBEL AND AVAILABLE BY PHONE FOR ASSISTANCE AND REFERRALS FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY THE HURRICANE. PLEASE CALL 239-472-4775 DURING BUSINESS HOURS OR 239-472-0404 OUTSIDE OF THOSE HOURS. YOU CAN ALSO EMAIL INFO@FISHOFSANCAP.ORG AND A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM WILL BE IN TOUCH WITH YOU.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, FISH is actively mobilizing to provide essential relief and resources to the Sanibel and Captiva communities. Our focus is on ensuring that those affected by the storm have access to the support they need during this difficult time.

We are committed to serve as a reliable resource and lifeline. As we work together toward recovery, FISH remains here for our neighbors, providing critical assistance and care to help our community rebuild and move forward.

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our 24-hour phone line is staffed and ready to respond to community needs—call us at 239.472.0404 or email info@fishofsancap.org. As always, the safety and well-being of our neighbors is our top priority. Stay safe, and know that we are here to help.

LONG-TERM RECOVERY: FISH is working around the clock to identify Ian survivors’ still needing assistance in hopes of ascertaining repairs, obtaining bids and expediting the rebuilding process. We have also initiated our Long-Term Recovery program with the goal of identifying and assisting those still struggling with the financial burdens from the recent hurricanes.

The Long-Term Recovery program is available to those that live – homeowners and/or tenants — or work full-time on the islands only. The amount of financial assistance is limited and may only cover partial payments toward the cost of repairs. Payments are made to vendors who are providing services or recovery efforts due to the hurricanes and not to individuals. These may include but are not limited to housing repairs, permitting costs, temporary housing, loss of goods and furnishings, and any other hurricane related needs. for primary homes only.  

To apply for the FISH Long-Term Recovery program, an application must be completed. Interested individuals can download the application below or can visit FISH at 2422 Periwinkle Way. Certain documentation is required as well as an initial intake session with their Disaster Case Manager, Nitza Lopez. Completed applications and documentation may be delivered to FISH at 2422 Periwinkle Way between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, or scanned and emailed to nitza@fishofsancap.org. Community members are encouraged to visit with the FISH team and refer the program to other residents and workforce, even if they don’t think they are eligible, as FISH may be able to provide additional resources for assistance including legal aid and opportunities to fast track the recovery process. For those unable to visit FISH on Sanibel, please contact Nitza Lopez at 239-472-4775 — se habla español.

MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE: Mental Health Wednesdays are located at Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, located at 2304 Periwinkle Way, on a weekly basis, with a few exceptions. Individual sessions must be scheduled in advance by emailing erika@fishofsancap.org. Sessions will take place in the library of Saint Michael’s Church, located in their main building. Please contact FISH or visit the organization’s social  media pages for updates on schedule changes.

HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS: FISH provides an updated Hurricane Preparedness Packet annually which includes useful information to prepare for hurricane season.

United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades: United Way 211 is a program that provides free information and referral to health and human service agencies within Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties. United Way 211 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by dialing 211 or by calling 239-433-3900.