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Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults
September is National Preparedness Month, highlighting the need for older adults, especially those living alone or with health issues, to prepare for disasters. Simple actions include creating emergency plans, building kits, ensuring medical readiness, and establishing community support networks for effective disaster response and recovery. ... Read More
How to Customize your Survival Kit
Ensure your emergency kit is personalized beyond basic supplies. Include out-of-state contact cards, extra shoes, eyeglasses, prescription medications, cash, clothing, and other essentials reflecting your family’s unique needs to enhance preparedness for disasters. ... Read More
Preparing Financially For Disasters
September is National Preparedness Month, emphasizing disaster readiness at home, work, and school. Week one focuses on financial preparedness, urging families to gather important documents, save for emergencies, and secure appropriate insurance. Quake Kare will share further tips throughout the month. ... Read More
How to Help People with Disabilities and other Special Needs Prepare for Disasters
Approximately 56.7 million Americans have disabilities, necessitating disaster preparedness. FEMA and the American Red Cross released guidance encouraging individuals to establish personal support networks, ensure backup medical equipment, utilize alert systems, and prepare clear emergency instructions to assist affected individuals during crises. ... Read More