Survivor Recovery Center Opens May 6 on Saipan

The Survivor Recovery Center (SRC) will open Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio Multi-Purpose Center in Susupe.

Residents of Saipan who need assistance with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance applications, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans, American Red Cross financial recovery aid, or Disaster Unemployment Assistance through the CNMI Department of Labor can visit the SRC. Locations for Tinian and Rota will be announced in the coming days.

Hours of Operation (beginning May 6, 2026):

Monday through Friday:

8 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Reserved for persons with disabilities

11 a.m. to 7 p.m. – General Public

Saturday and Sunday:

8 a.m. to 9 a.m. – Reserved for persons with disabilities

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – General Public

At the SRC, residents can meet face-to-face with representatives from the Commonwealth Individual Assistance Program, FEMA, SBA, CNMI DOL, and the American Red Cross to get help with temporary housing, home repairs, replacement of damaged personal property, home and business recovery funding, and other disaster-related needs.

The center is physically accessible to individuals with disabilities and those with access and functional needs. Accessible parking is available, communication access equipment is onsite, and American Sign Language interpreting is available upon request.

Residents are encouraged to register with FEMA and SBA before visiting the SRC. If already registered, please bring your application tracking numbers. Assistance with completing applications is also available at the SRC.

It is faster to apply online or by phone:

FEMA Individual Assistance

Website: DisasterAssistance.gov

Mobile App: FEMA App

Phone: (671) 735-1050 or (800) 621-3362

(Standard long-distance rates may apply)

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance

Website: sba.gov/disaster

Phone: (800) 659-2955

Dial 7-1-1 for telecommunications relay services