Prepare, plan and stay informed! Taking these simple steps can make a big difference in ensuring your safety and well-being and that of your loved ones. Learn how to prepare for and respond to emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.
Review Date: March 13, 2013
Department of Homeland Security
If you live where there is an abundance of plants and other vegetation that can easily catch fire, you may be vulnerable to wildfires and you should take the following three simple steps to prepare.
Review Date: March 11, 2013
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Winter weather can knock out heat and power and communications services to your home or office, cause traffic accidents on icy roads, and lead to hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold. It is important to be prepared for winter weather before it strikes.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Emergency physicians recommend that people add "ICE" entries in their cell phone address books." ICE stands for "In Case of Emergency." If you arrive in the emergency department unconscious, emergency staff will check your cell phone for ICE contact information.
Review Date: December 06, 2012
American College of Emergency Physicians
The American Red Cross helps people in emergency situations every day. Learn about donating blood, taking safety courses ,and volunteering to help your community.
Review Date: February 04, 2013
American Red Cross, National Headquarters
This site provides several fact sheets with tips on coping with war, terrorism, and natural disasters.
Review Date: February 05, 2013
Mental Health America
A disaster situation, such as a hurricane or forest fire, can significantly add to the stress and confusion of someone with Alzheimer's. Use these disaster preparedness tips to help you keep your loved one safe during an emergency.
Review Date: March 14, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
Natural disasters such as hurricanes and floods can disrupt your drinking water supply and your wastewater disposal systems. Use extreme caution when disinfecting water for drinking.
Review Date: February 14, 2013
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
In an emergency, you may not be able to tell your care providers about your complete medical history or you may be unavailable if your child needs attention in the emergency department of your local hospital. These forms help you get the care you need in a life-threatening situation.
Review Date: December 06, 2012
American College of Emergency Physicians
It is important to identify and learn about the hazards most likely to occur in your community. Making a plan and sharing this information with your loved ones may prevent needless confusion, worry and injuries.
Review Date: March 27, 2013
National Safety Council
Click on these easy steps, talk to your family, and make an emergency plan and put it in a safe place. When you're all through, you'll be ready to graduate from Readiness U.
Review Date: February 04, 2013
Federal Emergency Management Agency
If you live within 10 miles from a nuclear power plant, learn what to do in the unlikely event of a nuclear power plant radiological emergency.
Review Date: March 17, 2011
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
This guide provides an established plan to obtain and organize your medical device information, take necessary actions so that you can continue to use your device, have the necessary supplies for the operation of your device, and know where to go or what to do during a power outage.
Review Date: May 16, 2011
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The 911 number may be accessed for free from any telephone when an emergency response is required. Learn when to call 911 and what to expect when you call the number.
Review Date: February 03, 2012
Healthy Roads Media
This page provides the public with resources on understanding and using the 9-1-1 Emergency System. Learn when to call for help and what to expect when you dial 9-1-1.
Review Date: February 16, 2011
National Academies of Emergency Dispatch
How you act and what you do in a fire could save your life. This article tells you the right thing to do in case there's a fire where you live.
Review Date: February 12, 2013
The Nemours Foundation
Plan for your safety by considering your functional abilities and possible needs during and after an emergency or disaster situation. You can cope with disaster by preparing in advance with your family and care attendants.
Review Date: February 01, 2013
American Red Cross, National Headquarters
Ready Kids offers instructions on what kids and their families can do to be better prepared for emergenices.
Review Date: February 04, 2013
Federal Emergency Management Agency
A medical emergency is a sudden illness or injury that needs care right away. Learn to recognize the signs of medical emergencies so that you are able to reach help in time.
Review Date: February 03, 2012
Healthy Roads Media
Most important personal records can be replaced. This page presents links to information on what to do to replace vital documents, including drivers' licenses and vehicle registration, immigration documents, military records, and more.
Review Date: March 11, 2013
U.S. General Services Administration
This list contains addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, and web sites of the state offices and agencies of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Review Date: February 03, 2012
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Create a customized emergency action plan with your allergist so that if you have a reaction, you’ll know exactly what to do.
Review Date: March 01, 2013
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
