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The accidental death or serious injury of a vacationer in Lee County is
tragic and leaves the family with decisions to make in a location far from
home. Because we want to assure travelers that the Beaches of Fort
Myers & Sanibel is a
caring community that appreciates its visitors, the VCB offers special
assistance with such emergencies. The Visitor Assistance Program serves as a
liaison with the accommodations industry in providing emergency assistance
to domestic or international visitors and their families. If an unfortunate
circumstance occurs, such as a guest’s accidental injury or death while
vacationing on a short-term basis in Lee County, the Visitor Assistance
Program is activated to help.
We assist with:
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Airline
reservation changes
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Rental car
returns
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Accommodation
assistance
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Translator
services
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Law
enforcement liaison
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Expediting
logistics with local governmental entities
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Foreign
embassy regulations
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Medical and
mortuary service information liaison for families with hospitalized
individuals or for the return of remains to the person’s home community
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Media
assistance
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Plus many
others
We do not:
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Charge a fee
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Provide
financial assistance
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Offer this
resource to part-time residents who own property in Lee County. Visitor
Assistance Program support is limited to vacationers staying 30 days or
less at any hotel, motel, condominium, or R.V. park located in Lee County.
How to contact:
Primary contacts:
Judi Durant
Director of Visitor Services
Office: 239.590.4855
FAX: 239.590.4857
Email: jdurant@leegov.com
Siggy
McIntyre
Visitor Services Coordinator
Office: 239.590.4855
FAX: 239.590.4857
Email: smcintyre@leegov.com
Simone
Behr
Visitor Services Coordinator
Office: 239.590.4855
FAX: 239.590.4857
Email: sbehr@leegov.com
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