Emergency preparedness manual for the aging network

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS This document represents a plan of activities the Area Agency on Aging 1-B (AAA 1-B) will implement to ensure that staff and aging network providers are prepared and able to respond appropriately to the needs of homebound adults in emergency situations. The AAA 1-B plan. Creating an Emergency Supply Kit. After an emergency, you may not have access to clean water or electricity. Make sure you are prepared with your own supply of food, water, and other items to last for at least 72 hours. for a list of basic items to gather for your Disaster Supply Kit. A 3-day supply of medicine, at a minimum. expertise developed by the aging network in responding to recent hurricanes, floods and the California earthquake, this new and updated disaster guide for state and area agencies on aging has been developed. This manual reflects the commitment of the Administration on Aging to engage in an on-.

Austin Disaster Relief Network - Ready Church Preparedness Manual Page 1 READY CHURCH PREPAREDNESS MANUAL Section 1. Introduction1 Definition of an Emergency An emergency is defined as an unforeseen combination of circumstances, resulting in a state that calls for. emergency preparedness information is widely available throughout the aging network, post the AAA 1-B emergency plan and 72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Kit fact sheet on the website, and periodically train and solicit input from providers on emergency preparedness and response activities. 1. Nutrition Providers a. Communication with EOCs. A STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS The Strategic Framework for Emergency Preparedness is a unifying framework which identifies the principles and elements of effective country health emergency preparedness. It adopts the major lessons of previous initiatives and lays out the planning and implementation process by.

AAA Emergency Preparedness Disaster Planning. This website provides planning and response information, resources and strategies that can assist the area agencies on aging network to better prepare for and respond to all types of emergencies, disasters, epidemics and pandemics. When communities integrate the needs of children and adults with disabilities and others with access and functional needs into their community-wide planning initiatives, they maximize resources, meet their. emergency preparedness information is widely available throughout the aging network, post the AAA 1-B emergency plan and 72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Kit fact sheet on thewebsite, and periodically train and solicit input from providers on emergency preparedness and response activities. Emergency Preparedness for Elderly. In light of recent health crisis in the news it is important for elderly individuals to think about how they can prepare for disaster or quarantine before it strikes. Disasters can happen at any time to anyone no matter where you live. By planning ahead you can avoid being trapped without essential items.