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Emergency Info Online - How to be Prepared

Link: Emergency Info
Emergency Info Online is a website and printer-friendly resource directory established to provide information regarding organizations involved in emergency preparedness and communications, particularly as they relate to the Emergency Alert System and individuals with disabilities. The directory includes information about and reports from government agencies and commissions, private and not-for-profit organizations, and foreign and international groups pertaining to their work involving response, recovery, and communications during times of emergency, with an additional focus on the accessibility of such communications for people with disabilities.

HelenaIR.com: ‘It can happen to you’

Link: HelenaIR
“The most common mistake people make is believing that disaster will never happen to them,” Lay said. “The best time to prepare is before disaster happens. Think about it now while you have the time to truly consider your individual preparedness needs.”

HelenaIR: The time to prepare is right now

Link: HelenaIR
The time to prepare is now. In recent weeks, evacuation warnings and notices have been issued in several communities in Lewis and Clark County.
Nothing makes you realize the necessity for being prepared for emergencies than having to evacuate yourself.

Stick-it ID for Emergency Information

Download Stick-it_ID order form
Stick-it I.D. was born after Hurricane Katrina, as I prayed about what I could do to assist families in devastating emergencies. I had a desire to create a way that information would be available for those who may find an individual incapable of sharing emergency information. Preparation can be the key to the preservation of your family. Each family needs to take the responsibility to prepare themselves the best they can. My hope is Stick- it I.D. will aid you in your preparation process.
• Stick-it I.D. is one method of identifying you, your loved ones & your animals.
• Stick-it I.D. is simple to use. Carry in a planner, car, purse or emergency kit.
• Stick-it I.D. may help a person in good faith who finds you to provide help.
• Stick-it I.D. goes on very easy. Peel off the sticky strip and attach bag to body. This kit comes with: 1 waterproof form, 1 plastic bag, and 1 emergency strip. Fill out the form with the information you believe someone who finds you would need to assist you. This Stick-it I.D. Kit is not fireproof and does not guarantee safety of person or animal being found.

Stick-it ID
PO Box 7733
Kalispell MT 59904
stickitid@yahoo.com

Federal Communications Commission Clarifies Captioning of Emergency Information

Link: FCC news accessibility during emergencies

On December 29, 2006, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Public Notice that represents an important victory in accessibility to closed captioned news in emergencies. AG Bell was one of several consumer organizations that participated in the effort by sending an Application for Review to the FCC asking for withdrawal of a Public Notice initially released on August 7, 2006.

Emergency Medical Services for Children

Link: Children's Health

Pediatricians and pediatric surgeons, identifying poor outcomes among children receiving emergency medical care, became advocates on behalf of their patients. They sought to obtain for children the same positive results that EMS had achieved for adults.

Making Community Emergency Preparedness and

One of the most important roles of local government is to protect their citizenry from harm, including helping people prepare for and respond to emergencies. Making local government emergency preparedness and response programs accessible to people with disabilities is a critical part of this responsibility.

Emergency Preparedness Guide

ScienceDaily -- Children Health issues library

Link: ScienceDaily -- Browse Topics: Health - Children's Health - Children's health issues - from obesity and weightloss to learnin disabilities and parenting tips.

Learn valuable parenting tips and information on parenting toddlers through teens. Find out about children's health issues such as learning disabilities, weight problems and other common health problems with children.

Disaster Relief Strategies for Individuals with Disabilities

Link: presented by Lex Frieden, Director, ILRU, and Mark Johnson, Director of Advocacy, Shepherd Center on September 14, 2005.

Presenter Handouts & Transcript of the Web cast:

• About the Presenters
• Hurricane Katrina Relief Assistance for People with Disabilities - Phone Numbers, Web Links, and Other Resources for Organizations and Individuals
• Text transcript of the Web cast
• Transcript of the Web cast (MS Word document)
• Go to archived Web Cast (uses RealOne Player) . Please note: This is an audio Web cast only. The captioned portion of the Web cast is available through the text transcript above.

American Red Cross Encourages Every Household To Develop A Family Communication Plan

Link: American Red Cross Encourages Every Household To Develop A Family Communication Plan.

WASHINGTON, Tuesday, September 20, 2005
As thousands of Floridians hunker down during Hurricane Rita and residents of the western Gulf Coast and southwest Louisiana begin preparations in anticipation of the hurricane possibly slamming into those areas later this week, it is important for families to have a plan in place to keep in touch with loved ones. One simple call or e-mail message will give those who care peace of mind about your well-being and safety. The need to create a family communication plan is critical, and now is the time to do so.