Lauren Foos - State Farm Agent

12/06/2022

11/20/2021

Earthquakes can cause major damage, but there are things you can do to help keep your home and family safe.

Prepare your family and your home for an earthquake before it happens, including what to put in an earthquake kit.

11/12/2020

In 1944, reserved the desks of employees fighting in World War II as a reminder their jobs would be there for them when they returned. I’m proud to be part of a company that's always stood by our troops.

10/15/2020

State Farm is now accepting Good Neighbor Citizenship grant applications for 2021 funding. The grant supports safety, education and community development programs. Learn more and apply online through Oct. 31.

Good Neighbor Citizenship® Company Grants are available to organizations meeting certain criteria. Grants target safety, community development, and education.

08/23/2020

During these incredibly difficult times I am proud to be a part of a company that gives back. State Farm provided each agent $500.00 to give to the local charity of their choice. We chose The Second Harvest Food Bank. Please consider donating to them as the need right now is so great.

Sign up online. Choose the recurring option. Choose your frequency monthly, quarterly, etc. Log in anytime to change your donation.

08/23/2020

Good things happen when good neighbors come together. What’s your favorite way to help?

08/22/2020

When local authorities say it’s safe to return home, consider these safety tips when checking for damage.

The aftermath of a forest fire can feel overwhelming. When you get the all-clear to return home, know where to start and how to stay safe as you recover.

08/21/2020

Evacuation locations:
-SC Civic Auditorium, 307 Church Street Santa Cruz
-Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville
Large Animals accepted.
-Cabrillo College at Parking lot K
-7th Day Adventist on Soquel/Old San Jose Road
SPCA will care for small animals: according to KSBW 2685 Chanticleer, Santa Cruz.

General Feed in Soquel also has lists of locations where large and small animals can be temporarily housed. Contact them at 831-476-5344.
Paso Robles Horse Park is accepting horses for temporary shelter.

American Red Cross: 866-272-2237

Santa Cruz County Sheriff 831-471-1121
Santa Cruz Police Dept. 831-471-1131
Capitola Police Dept. 831-471-1141
Watsonville Police Dept. 831-471-1151
Scotts Valley Police Dept. 831-440-5670

Links:
CAL Fire
https://www.fire.ca.gov/

CAL Fire Ready Set Go
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/ready-set-go/

Code Red
https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/

CZU August Lightning Complex Fire / includes map
https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/CZU-Lightning-Complex-Fire-Santa-Cruz-San-Mateo-15495204.php

If you would like to receive email updates from CAL FIRE CZU regarding the San Mateo-Santa Cruz August Lightning Complex fires, please click this link and register.
https://tinyurl.com/y3uvfwdk


GO BAG:
A back pack is ideal:
BASIC ELECTRONICS
Phone Charger
Portable Battery Charger
Long lasting LED Flashlight
AM/FM RADIO Extra Batteries or Hand Crank
PERONAL NEEDS
Travel Size Toiletries
Back up Eyeglasses
First Aid Kit
Baby Wipes
Muti-tool
CLOTHING
A few days worth. Include layers you can add
or remove. Lightweight rain gear and waterproof
boots.
YOUR NEEDS
Prescription Medications
PAPERWORK (You can also save digital photos of your documents to your phone,
laptop, tablet or thumb drive)
In a zip lock or water proof bag:
Birth certificate, driver’s license, Social Security/Medicare
Power of attorney, proof of address insurance, medical documents and records and credit or atm card information.
FOOD AND DRINK
Bottle water, Granola or energy bars.
CASH
Small bills and a roll of quarters for vending machines.

08/20/2020

If your home has been impacted by a wildfire, we can help. File a claim online, through the mobile app, by calling 1-800-SFCLAIM or by contacting my office.

08/11/2020

If your homeowners insurance is being cancelled due to wildfire exposure, we can help! Call us at (831)477-9870 for a rate quote today!