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People with Functional and Access Needs
Disasters can present greater challenges for people who face mobility, health or age-related challenges. You may need to make additional considerations when preparing for an emergency. Having a plan in place will help alleviate anxiety, confusion and feelings of vulnerability in the event of an emergency.
Personal Support Network
Personal Assessment
Personal Disaster Plan
- Out-of-Town Contact
- Evacuation Plan
- Reduce Home Hazards
- Where to Meet
- Where to Seek Shelter
- Communication Plan
- Medical Information List
- Essential Medications
Additional Considerations
- Medical Alert System
- Personal Care Attendant
- Communicating with Emergency Personnel
- Back-up Power Supply
- Manual Wheelchair
- Extra Mobility Devices
- Identify Safe Rooms and Exits
- Shutting Off Utilities
- Using Fire Extinguishers
- Smoke Alarms
- First Aid/CPR & AED
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