Featherstone, Robin M. Lyon, Angela B. From interviews with 37 librarians who had responded to a range of emergencies, the authors identified eight roles: institutional supporters, collection managers, information disseminators, internal planners, community supporters, government partners, educators and trainers, and information community builders. For the role of information dissemination, they noted that the library acted as the primary source of information for the entire community.
For the role of community supporter, they noted functions as diverse as filling out FEMA forms or helping people find shelter for their pets. Hamilton, Rebecca. Howard, Jennifer. Includes suggested additions to the traditional institutional disaster response plan, as well as tips for a broader response.
United States. Federal Emergency Management Agency. Washington, D. Presents a foundation for increasing individual preparedness and engaging with members of the community as vital partners in enhancing the resiliency and security of our Nation through a Whole Community approach.
Zach, Lisl, and Michelynn Mcknight. Examines the differences between traditional disaster planning and planning for responsive information services and considers the special information needs of the communities affected by disasters.
Griffen Agnes M. Special Libraries. Magrath Lynn L. Sheldon Ted P. Skip to main content. Toolkit pdf icon [2. Making an emergency plan and putting together an emergency kit is a big job. A good plan may include family, friends, neighbors, and organizations that support people with disabilities and can help make decisions. Emergency Preparedness for All external icon : This minute video assists people with disabilities and their families in preparing for a disaster.
The video is signed in American Sign Language ASL , captioned optional , and voiced in order to be the most accessible.
The emergency preparedness calendar and guide pdf icon [1. This booklet covers the Communication, Medical, Independence, Supervision, Transportation C-MIST external icon planning guidelines to develop emergency plans for individuals with disabilities. Prep Iowans Program pdf icon [1. The Preparedness Lifestyle. How to Plan for Seasonal and Pandemic Flu and Other Emergencies for People with Disabilities pdf icon [ KB, 12 pages] external icon : This booklet is designed to help people with disabilities prepare for all hazards, which include public health threats and natural or man-made disasters.
Emergency Medical Information EMI kit external icon : This kit was designed to improve communications about medical needs during a disaster. The kit also promotes awareness of Smart external icon and offers support for people with disabilities who may need help creating their profiles, as well as provides information about available emergency preparedness materials. The kit materials include an Emergency Medical Information form pdf icon external icon , a plastic bag image icon external icon to keep the form safe and let responders know the person has signed up for Smart external icon , and a magnetic hook.
C-MIST Personal Planning Tool pdf icon [ KB, 9 pages] external icon : This tool was created to assist people with disabilities in considering which specialized items to add to the personalized preparedness kit, available at ReadyNH. Emergency Preparedness: My Safety, My Responsibility, My Plan external icon : The New York Disability and Health Program partnered with the Westchester Institute for Human Development to promote this multi-session program to train adults with intellectual disabilities to understand and to be prepared for emergencies.
Fire Administration. This 5-minute emergency preparedness video illustrates emergency preparation steps that include developing a plan, creating an emergency kit, and discussing specific considerations for people with disabilities. Topics include. This guide is also available in Spanish pdf icon [9. States have available materials and presentations that have been used to train emergency management agencies on how to develop plans that address the needs of people with disabilities in emergencies and disasters.
Emergency Planning for People with Disability pdf icon [ KB, 38 pages] external icon : Emergency managers, local public health agencies, and other community providers use this training to understand the needs of people with disabilities during emergencies and prepare and respond accordingly. These resources were used to create a catalog of training modules pdf icon [2. Disability Training for Emergency Planners: Serving People with Disabilities external icon : This training includes a video that provides information and best practices that help emergency planners ensure the safety of people with disabilities and their own safety during emergency events.
First responders know well how to act during emergencies and disasters. However, they may need additional training to address the specific needs of people with disabilities.
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