FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
 

Governor Braun Delivers Resources Directly to Storm-Impacted Hoosiers with Additional One-Stop Shops
  

INDIANAPOLIS —  Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced more one-stop shop locations will open next week in Fayette, Franklin and Henry counties to assist Hoosiers impacted by the August 2026 severe weather and flooding.

“From the beginning of this disaster, I have promised an ‘all hands on deck’ approach,” said Gov. Braun. “I will continue to prioritize resources being delivered directly to Hoosiers in need.”

The one‑stop shops bring representatives from multiple agencies together to a single location to provide information on available resources and assist Hoosiers in navigating the recovery process. Several services, including the ones listed below, may be completed on-site, helping residents get the support they need more efficiently.

Federal assistance:

• FEMA: Individual Assistance application support
• U.S. Small Business Administration: Disaster loan information for individuals

State assistance:

• Housing support: Temporary housing assistance
• Social services: Crisis counseling and mental health service referrals
• Insurance guidance: Help reviewing insurance policies and replacing documents
• Motor vehicle assistance: Support with registrations and licenses
• Public health resources: Vaccination records, vital records (birth and death certificates), tetanus shots and cleanup guidance
• State Disaster Relief Fund: Assistance with SDRF applications

Available one-stop shop locations:

Additional dates and locations will be announced as services become available. For the latest information on state and federal resources, including one‑stop shop availability, visit the IDHS Disaster Hub at on.in.gov/August2026Disaster.

Franklin County
Metamora Church of God
20146 US 52
Laurel, IN 47024
Dates: Wednesday, Sept. 16 through Friday, Sept. 18
Hours: 10 a.m. ET to 7 p.m. ET each day

Fayette County
Connersville Baptist Temple
1380 SR 44
Connersville, IN 47331
Dates and hours: Thursday, Sept. 17 through Friday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. ET to 7 p.m. ET; Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. ET - 4 p.m. ET

Henry County
First Baptist Church
709 S. Memorial Drive
New Castle, IN 47362
Dates and hours: Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 12 p.m. ET to 8 p.m. ET and Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 8 a.m. ET to 5 p.m. ET.

Bring a valid state ID if you have one. Transportation services may be available in certain communities. Individuals should contact 211 by calling 866-211-9966 to get assistance with transportation needs.

Media outlets should RSVP to [email protected] before visiting a one-stop shop.

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Griffin Reid
Office of Governor Mike Braun
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 317-391-9475