Tornado Relief for Older Adults Ages 60+
In the aftermath of the May 16, 2025 tornado, LifeWise StL was selected as one of four agencies to provide disaster case management for seniors whose homes and lives were disrupted by the storm. Our LifeWise team works one-on-one with older adults (ages 60+) to navigate the complex recovery process, connecting them to financial assistance, coordinating home repairs, replacing essential belongings, and ensuring they can safely remain in or return to stable housing.
Recovery takes time, especially for seniors living on fixed incomes, and LifeWise is committed to walking alongside them every step of the way, helping restore both their homes and their sense of security.
May 16th tornado survivors get support from LifeWise StL’s case management staff
May 16th Tornado Survivors Get Support from LifeWise StL's case management staff Original video feature by Shawn Loging, KMOV 4 News, May 6, 2026 ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Next week will mark a year since many lives were turned upside down and destroyed by the May 16 tornado. As many people work to rebuild, some survivors are finding support to navigate what is a new and challenging process. LifeWise STL is working with survivors to meet [...]
Have YOU been impacted by the May 16 tornado?
Survivors may sign up for our program to be connected with resources, services, and support:
Eligibility Requirements:
- You live in the City (check your address to make sure it’s within City limits) AND you are a survivor of the May 16th Tornado with remaining unmet disaster-related needs (such as housing, employment, health, or financial issues not fully covered by insurance or FEMA aid).
- You are an older adult aged 60+ years old.
If you meet requirements, a trained disaster case manager can provide one-on-one assistance to:
- Assess unmet disaster needs.
- Develop a recovery plan.
- Find and apply for resources (FEMA aid, housing, repairs, legal help, mental health care, etc.).
- Coordinate with nonprofits, local agencies, and government programs.
- Navigate available aid programs and rebuilding steps.
Contact Us
For more information, please contact Samantha Ferguson Knight, Director of Senior Programming, at sknight@lifewisestl.org or (314) 627-1242.
