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Seniors

Senior citizens often have disabilities, and even multiple disabilities.  Their disabilities may be newly acquired, or even undetected. Emergency preparedness that includes seniors benefits persons with disabilities, and vice versa.

The following web sites have more information about emergency preparedness for seniors:

Please note: The Web sites listed below are not federal government websites, and may not necessarily operate under the same laws, regulations, and policies as federal websites.

• Ready America Older Americans Emergency Preparedness Brochure
  Guidance from the Ready campaign regarding personal preparedness planning guidance for older Americans.
• Emergency Preparedness for Older People (PDF) (6 pp, 36 K)
  International Longevity Center’s guide for emergency preparedness planning.
• How to Develop a Disaster Action Plan for Older, Distant Relatives
  AARP’s guide on developing an emergency preparedness plan for seniors.
• Fire Risks for Older Adults (PDF) (38 pp, 153 K)
  U.S. Fire Administration’s guide on fire mitigation for older adults.
• Emergency Planning for Long Term Care / Seniors Nursing Home Residential-Care-Facilities
  OnWellness.Info's guide on emergency preparedness planning for seniors and long-term care facilities.
• American Health Care Association Center for Assisted Living Disaster Planning Guide Developed by the Florida Disaster Preparedness Committee and the Florida Health Care Association, this Resource Manual for Developing a Comprehensive Preparedness Plan serves as a reference tool to assist in the development and implementation of a disaster procedure manual and an emergency operations plan for your own facility.
• AARP Tips to Help Older Americans Prepare for Emergencies
  AARP offers older adults tips and resources that will help them prepare for future disaster scenarios