National Preparedness Month

9/11/2023 (Permalink)

Preparing for an Emergency

September is National Preparedness Month – This event is held every year during the month of September to prepare and promote family and community disaster planning. The 2023 theme is “Take Control in 1,2,3”. Focusing on preparing older adults.

• Assess their needs - medication on hand and medication that needs to be refrigerated in the event of a power outage. Having the appropriate heat and cooling resources available.
• Make a Plan – Once you assess your needs, build your medication kit with additional prescriptions, have nonperishable food and water on hand. If you have animals, have a plan for their care.
• Engage Your Support Network – Reach out to family, friends, and neighbors to help build your support network during and after a disaster or emergency. Working together with this group can ensure everyone will remain safe.