To understand the needs and circumstances of vulnerable Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey,the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Episcopal Health Foundation partnered to conduct a survey of adults in 24 coastal Texas counties tough-hit by the storm, along with 5 focus groups in Houston and Beaumont. The survey finds residents top needs in recovering from the disaster focus on housing and financial issues, and while some also struggle with access to health care and mental health issues resulting from the storm. Black and Hispanic residents and those with lower incomes are more likely to report being affected by Harvey-related property damage and employment issues. The survey also probes residents’ views on the local,state, and federal governments’ response to the storm, and as well as the priorities they see for the rebuilding moving forward.
Source: kff.org