Disaster Preparedness for Seniors

This information was developed by the Rochester-Monroe County Chapter, American Red Cross.

Take Responsibility

Prepare NOW for a sudden emergency Learn how to protect yourself and cope with disaster by planning ahead. Even if you have physical limitations, you can still protect yourself.

Disaster can strike quickly and without warning! Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone right away.

Take responsibility—Save your life! Keep in touch with your neighbors and look out for each other.

Every day some part of the country is affected by one or more of the following emergencies:

Hurricanes

Earthquakes

Winter Storms

Tornadoes

Thunderstorms

Flooding

Toxic Spills

Fires

Which three are most likely to happen in your area?

Preparing for a disaster that is most likely to happen in your area will help you be prepared for any disaster. Remember anything can happen at any time.

Family Disaster Plan

Plan Ahead!!!

The next time disaster strikes, you may not have much time to act. Prepare now for a sudden emergency. By planning ahead you can avoid waiting in long lines for critical supplies, such as food, water and medicine. Remember to review your plan regularly. Use the following checklist to get started:

Your Disaster Checklist

Assemble a disaster supplies kit.

Arrange for someone to check on you.

Plan and practice the best escape routes from your home.

Plan for transportation if you need to evacuate to a Red Cross shelter.

Find the safe places in your home for each type of emergency.

Have a plan to signal the need for help.

Post emergency phone numbers near the phone.

If you have home health care service, plan ahead with your agency for emergency procedures.

Teach those who may need to assist you in an emergency how to operate necessary equipment.

Be sure they will be able to reach you.

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