Safety and Emergency Considerations

Learn the steps to take to keep your family and your family member with special needs safe at home and in the community in the typical day-to-day, and also to prepare for any unforeseen emergencies. This is a no-miss session to get you started preparing and exercising your safety and emergency plans.

Resources:

• EFMP & Me — Preparing for an Emergency checklist
• Emergency Family Assistance
• American Red Cross — People with Disabilities — Being Prepared Means Planning Ahead
• American Red Cross — Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and ther Special Needs brochure
• Autism Society of America — Disaster Preparedness Tips for Families Affected by Autism
• FEMA — How to Build a Kit for Emergencies
• FEMA — Emergency Financial First Aid Kit
• Ready.gov – Financial Preparedness Tips
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security — Individuals with Disabilities: Make a Plan
• Project Lifesaver