Helen Keller National Center
Emergency Preparedness Resources for Older Adults
Emergency preparedness is crucial for DeafBlind individuals. Having access to critical information, services, and a well-thought-out plan can make a significant difference in ensuring safety and effective recovery during emergencies. Utilize available checklists and resources to create an emergency plan tailored to your unique needs.
Downloadable Guides and Resources – DisasterAssistance.gov
www.disasterassistance.gov/information/people-with-disabilities
This link directs to downloadable guides and resources provided by disasterassistance.gov, a government website offering support and assistance for disaster recovery efforts. The downloadable guides and resources include information on emergency preparedness, response strategies, recovery assistance, and other relevant topics to help individuals and communities prepare for and recover from disasters.
Emergency Preparedness – National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
www.nad.org/resources/emergency-preparedness/
This link leads to resources provided by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) related to emergency preparedness. It offers information, tips, and guidance on how individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can effectively prepare for and respond to emergencies such as natural disasters or other crises.
Emergency Preparedness – National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), Library of Congress
www.loc.gov/nls/services-and-resources/informational-publications/emergency-preparedness/
This link leads to resources on emergency preparedness provided by the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), which is part of the Library of Congress. These resources include information, guides, and materials specifically tailored to the needs of individuals who are blind, have vision loss, or otherwise print disabled, to help them effectively prepare for emergencies and access necessary support during crisis situations.
List updated in August 2024.