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Natural disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, often without warning, and according to recent research from the American Red Cross, older adults are often more vulnerable and experience more casualties after natural disasters when compared to other age groups. That’s why it’s so important for seniors – and those who care for them – to be prepared for emergencies. For seniors who are hard of hearing, being prepared is especially important and may require a few extra steps to ensure their safety. While we may not be able to predict every natural disaster, we can certainly help you be prepared!
The best time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. The following information is intended to help people who are hard of hearing or deaf stay prepared and know how to respond in many situations.
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When preparing for a natural disaster, it’s important to recognize that that will look different depending on where you live. For example, Florida residents need to prepare for tropical storms, floods and hurricanes, while people living in California should prepare for earthquakes, droughts and wildfires. A couple of great ways to stay updated on natural disasters and emergencies is to keep a NOAA Weather Radio tuned to your local emergency station. You can also download the FEMA app to receive weather alerts for up to five locations anywhere in the United States!
Once you’ve identified the types of natural disasters you should prepare for, the next thing to do is create a plan. Here are a few tips to help you create your emergency preparedness plan:
If you are someone who might have medical, transportation or other specific needs during an emergency, consider signing up for SMART911, Code Red, or your local county registry. This is how your local first responders will identify people who need immediate assistance.
When creating your emergency supply kit, there are two parts to consider: your emergency medical kit and your disaster supplies kit. Emergency medical kits will look different for each person depending on their medical needs:
According to the Red Cross, an emergency medical kit should include:
Here are some of the items the Red Cross suggests including in your disaster supplies kit:
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We hope you find these emergency preparedness tips helpful! Of course, we hope that you never have to experience a natural disaster or emergency of this level, but if you do, these tips can help you be better prepared.
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