Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency
Headline: Replacing Missing or Damaged Documents
Replacing Missing or Damaged Documents
FRANKFORT, Ky
– If you lost important documents in the recent floods, you are not alone
We know this is a difficult time and dealing with lost or damaged documents can feel overwhelming
But there is help available
You can learn more and get assistance retrieving these important documents by visiting your local FEMA Disaster Recovery Center
Staff there can help guide you through the process and connect you with additional resources
Find a center near you: FEMA Disaster Recovery Center LocatorReplacing things like IDs, insurance papers, and birth certificates is important
Below is a simple guide to getting your documents back quickly
It is also a good idea to double check your current inventory of these important documents, in case you need to access them quickly in an emergency
Insurance Policy InformationCall your insurance company or agent and ask for a copy of your policy, including the Declaration Page
Birth, Marriage, & Death CertificatesOrder certified copies online, by mail, or in person through the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics
Visit the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics or call (502) 564-4212
Driver’s License & ID CardsIf your license or ID was lost or damaged, visit a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Driver Licensing Regional Office
Check for locations and details at drive
ky
gov
Social Security CardApply for a replacement at www
ssa
gov
Visit your local Social Security office
Call 1-800-772-1213 for assistance
Medicare CardsRequest a new card at MyMedicare
gov
Call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
Tax Returns & Military RecordsIRS Tax Returns – Request copies of past tax returns at irs
gov
Military Service Records – Request replacements at www
archives
gov/veterans/military-service-records
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Thu, 04/24/2025 – 14:03