https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TPeJzW5pa-BiJZjuEa1yGSFs7ZJetbnxf2gjMvv4tkc/edit?usp=sharing JavaScript isn't enabled in your browser, so this file can't be opened. Enable and reload. This browser version is no longer supported. Please upgrade to a supported browser. Home Loss File System - Digital Resource [Home Loss File Syste] Share Sign in File Edit View Insert Format Data Tools Extensions Help Accessibility Unsaved changes to Drive [ ] Accessibility View only [ ] A B C D E F G H Welcome to the Home Loss File System - Digital Resource: 1 Introduction (Last Updated - 1/14/25) 2 This tool was created by former California wildfire survivors committed to supporting you through the challenging process of 3 disaster recovery. We hope to provide essential resources, checklists, and organizational tools to help you manage 4 insurance claims, document losses, and track expenses efficiently. By staying organized, you hope you can regain a sense of control 5 during this difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss and hope this tool offers clarity, support, and empowerment as 6 you move forward on your path to recovery. 7 8 How to Use This System: 1. Save Your Own Copy: Click File > Make a Copy to save this document to your personal Google Drive. 2. Edit and Customize: You can edit, adapt, and expand the system to fit your unique recovery needs. 3. Explore Each Sheet/Tab: Each tab is dedicated to a key part 9 of the recovery process, including insurance tracking, inventory management, emotional support, and more. 4. Complete Each Section: The tool includes dropdown menus, editable fields, and space for tracking claim progress. 5. Stay Organized: Keep all records updated for better insurance claim processing and easier communication with support agencies. 10 11 Index of Each Sheet/Tab: 12 1. First Steps Immediate steps for safety, housing, and After a Wildfire starting the recovery process. 2. Essential Key contact information for emergency 13 Resources & services, insurance, and local aid groups. Contacts 14 3. Insurance Store your insurance details, including Policy Summary policy numbers, coverage, and contacts. 4. Medical Track medical expenses such as replacement 15 Insurance & prescriptions, equipment, and manage medical Health Records claims. 5. Temporary Organize and track expenses for temporary 16 Housing & ALE housing and additional living costs. Tracker 17 6. Inventory of Document lost or damaged belongings with Contents essential claim details and values. 7. Inventory of Record damage to your home's structure and 18 Hardscape & landscaping. Landscape 19 8. Vehicle Document auto insurance claims and manage Replacement vehicle replacement or repair steps. 20 9. Debris Removal Track debris removal steps, permits, and Checklist contractor interactions for cleanup. 21 10. Claim Log all communications with insurers and Documentation Log track claim submissions and approvals. 11. Insurance Understand key regulations and guidelines 22 Claim Rules in for filing insurance claims effectively in California California. 12. Rebuilding Understand key information about rebuilding, 23 Information engaging contractors and navigating the process. 13. Key Terms & Clarify important insurance and 24 Definitions recovery-related terminology to navigate your claims more confidently. 25 14. Donation Track monetary gifts, gift cards, food, and Tracker services and how they are used. 26 15. Mental Health Access resources for emotional support, & Recovery trauma recovery, and well-being tips. 27 16. To-Do List Manage and prioritize recovery tasks with a and Deadlines clear checklist and timeline. 17. Additional Explore further resources, guides, and 28 References support materials for disaster recovery and insurance navigation. 29 30 Next Steps: Save a copy and start entering your information step by step. 31 Update regularly and keep all receipts, forms, and documents in one place. Visit uphelp.org for additional guidance and tools. 32 If you or members of your community prefer 33 Request a receiving a physical box instead of this Physical Box digital resource, please email us at: homelossfilesystem@gmail.com. 34 We are fundraising to build 1500 35 Support Our physical boxes and expand awareness GoFundMe of this Digital Resource. Please consider supporting! 36 37 Our Contact Information We are a group of California residents (many of whom lost our home in the 2003 Cedar Fire) who are passionate about helping families in the aftermath of a catastrophic natural disaster. This Home Loss Recovery System is a tool, modeled on one used by Scripps Ranch residents in the wake of the 2003 Cedar Fire, 38 that helped families with rebuilding their lives in an organized and efficient manner. Our mantra is, "Getting organized helps us feel in control of our lives again." Statistics: Over 2,900 Home Loss File System boxes have been distributed across numerous California wildfires in the last 20+ years. 39 40 If you have any questions/comments/suggestions, please feel free to contact us at: 41 Website: homelossfilesystem.com 42 Email: homelossfilesystem@gmail.com 43 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OutOfTheAshesBox/ 44 45 We appreciate your feedback! 46 Please note - this Home Loss Flle System is not a substitute 47 for legal advice/opinion. Please contact a lawyer if you have any difficulties through the process. 48 Quotes are not sourced from all markets and may be delayed up to 20 minutes. Information is provided 'as is' and solely for informational purposes, not for trading purposes or advice.Disclaimer Introduction 1. First Steps After a Wildfire 2. Essential Resources and Contacts 3. Insurance Policy Summary 4. Medical Insurance & Health Records 5. Temporary Housing & ALE Tracker 6. Inventory of Contents 7. Inventory of Hardscape & Landscape 8. Vehicle Replacement 9. Debris Removal Information 10. Claim Documentation Log 11. Insurance Claim Rules in California 12. Rebuilding Information 13. Key Terms & Definitions 14. Donation Tracker 15. Mental Health & Wellbeing 16. To-Do List and Deadlines 17. Additional References A browser error has occurred. Please hold the Shift key and click the Refresh button to try again.