George Town, Cayman Islands – 3 July, 2024: As Hurricane Beryl approaches, the Needs Assessment Unit (NAU) is providing the following update:

Additional Financial Assistance

All current NAU clients who currently receive food assistance as well as recipients of Long-Term Financial Assistance (LTFA) and the Seafarer’s and Veterans Ex-Gratia Benefit will receive an additional $400 payment. This assistance is being provided to ensure clients are not left short of essential funds after preparing for hurricane Beryl. The payment will be distributed as quickly as possible and in the same manner clients currently receive their payment. 

• Please Note: 
  • Clients do not need to contact NAU as this payment will be made automatically too eligible clients. 
  • Non-Caymanians are not eligible for services through the NAU. 
  • All recipients must meet existing eligibility criteria to receive additional financial assistance. 
  • The NAU will process and verify eligibility through usual channels. 

Stay Connected with Official Channels

For accurate and timely information, residents are encouraged to stay connected with the following official channels:

• NEOC Call Centre: 949-6555
• Emergency Services: 911
• Mental Health Hotline: 1-800-534-6463
• Local Weather Updates: www.weather.gov.ky
• Hazard Management Cayman Islands: http://www.caymanprepared.gov.ky
• Local News Outlets: CIG TV and Radio Cayman
• Social media: Follow @caymangov @caymanprepared on Instagram and Facebook for real-time updates.

Resources

If you, or a loved one, need mental health support please reach out to the following organisations:

• CayMind – Cayman Islands Adult Mental Health Helpline: 1-800-534-6463 (MIND) 
• Cayman Kids Helpline: 649-KIDS (5437)
• Cayman Islands Crisis Centre 24/7 Crisis Line: 345-943-2422