Word of the Week – Special - a podcast by Daniel Kilburn

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20220314 Word of the Week – Special


We are all special. Some of us are more special than others. 😊


During your emergency action planning, it is important to recognize any special needs of your group and develop ways to attend to them.


These special needs may be unique to the people affected by your plan and may include some of the following conditions.


Individuals with special medical needs


Infants, children, teens, adults, and the elderly.


Mobility, hearing, sight, or emotionally impaired individuals.


Dietary restrictions.


https://www.ready.gov/disability


Pets and animals.


Age, medication, diet.


https://www.ready.gov/pets


https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/pet-disaster-preparedness.html


Additional Information:


https://www.emergencyactionplanning.com/2016/03/09/special-needs/


You and your family’s needs are unique. Develop a plan of action and follow through with it.


Till next time


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