Emergency Preparedness and Disabilities
https://www.cerebralpalsy.org/information/emergency-preparedness Emergencies can happen at any time, and often, there is little people...
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Butch Erskine
- Dec 12, 2019
- 5 min
Tips and Tricks for Preparedness with Disabilities
http://mylifewithoutlimits.org/disaster-preparedness-month-tips-and-tricks-to-help-you-live-a-life-without-limits/ Disaster preparedness...
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Butch Erskine
- Dec 12, 2019
- 3 min
Emergency Plans - Students With Disabilities
https://cerebralpalsynewstoday.com/2018/03/20/cerebral-palsy-students-well-practiced-emergency-plans-disabilities/ School violence,...
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Butch Erskine
- Dec 12, 2019
- 5 min
Children with Special Healthcare Needs In Emergencies
Nearly 1 out of every 5 children in the United States has a special healthcare need. Children and youth with special healthcare needs...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 1 min
Checklist, Personal Assessment, and Personal Support Network and Contacts
Each person with the disability or need should accomplish what is called a personal support network contact list (family members,...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Emergency Kit Checklist
In an emergency you will need some basic supplies. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at last 72 hours or longer. These items may...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 1 min
Service Animal Emergency Kit Checklist
This checklist identifies the basic items you should prepare to keep your service animal comfortable during an emergency. Make sure the...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
People With a Disability/Special Needs - Tips
Make sure all your emergency it items are orgaized in one pace, easy to find and to carry Tag all of your special needs equipment...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Emergency Plans for the Disabled
Mobility limitations may make it difficult for a person to use stairs or to move quickly over long distances. Limitations may include...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Non-Visible Disabilities
Individuals with non-visible disabilities may have difficulty performing some tasks even though their condition is not apparent. ...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Hearing and Vision Disabilities
Hearing: The way that emergency warnings are issued in an emergency is critical to the understanding of instructions and the subsequent...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Seniors With a Disability/Special Needs
Seniors, especially those with special needs, should be informed of what to do in an emergency. Contact your municipality to find out...
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Butch Erskine
- Sep 23, 2019
- 1 min
High Rise Safety
Residents of high rise buildings should make themselves aware of: Building superintendent's name and phone number. Members of the...
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