Be Ready: Tips for Families of Children and Youth with Disabilities & Medical Needs
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Families with children and youth with disabilities and medical needs are known to be some of the most vulnerable in a disaster. These families have fewer resources, and they require both community and health care provider support to achieve readiness. When these families are disaster ready, they are less likely to suffer adverse consequences and are more resilient. The following toolkit of videos and accompanying infographics have been designed to meet to the diverse needs of the communities we serve.
| Folder: | Resources for Families |
| Resource classification | |
| Audience type: | Children, Parents/Families, Government Agency, Non-Governmental Organization , Preparedness Professionals |
| Institution type: | ALL STATES |
| Resource type: | Website (URL) |
| Hazard type: | All Hazards |
| Author: | EIIC & EMSC |
| EM Phases: | Preparedness |
| Resource Details | |
| Version: | 1 |
| File Type: | application/octet-stream |
| Hits: | 7565 Hits |
| Download: | 784 times |
| Created Date: | 06-13-2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | 06-13-2024 |
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