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Disaster Planning for Older Adults and Their Families

courtesy NC State Climate Office

In order to understand about disaster planning, it is important to understand what a disaster is. For our purposes, a disaster is any event that has the potential to displace and/or harm citizens. A disaster may occur due to natural causes or it may be caused by an accident or act of terrorism.

In this section, we want to give you information to help you and your family prepare for a disaster situation so that you will have the best chance to stay safe. If you are a family caregiver, there are some special considerations that you need to be aware of to ensure the safety and well-being of your family.

Local Aging Services Providers - Additional Information

Are You a Family Caregiver?

Contact Information for After Disaster Help

Coping With the Effects of a Disaster

Dealing With Your Insurance Company

Deciding Whether to Go or Stay

Disaster Planning Tips From the Red Cross

Emergency Management Contact Information - Quick List

Helping After a Disaster

How to Safely Start Cleaning Up and Repairing the Damage

Keeping Pets Safe

Planning Ahead for After a Disaster

Special Assistance for Those With Disabilities

Special Needs Shelters

The Disaster Event Is Over - What Do You Do Now?

Water - Keeping it Safe

What Are Your Options?

What Resources May Be Available After an Event?

The National Weather Service provides online information about the weather conditions nationwide, including alerts and warnings. If a storm is approaching, keep up with the forecast.

North Carolina has a storm center to keep citizens informed. You can get a forecast by city or zip code and see local radar and satellite images. Plus, there is a wealth of storm information and contact information.

Currently, the government is urging citizens to take personal responsibility for preparing for a bird flu pandemic. To help citizens prepare, a government website just for information about bird flu has been put online. To find out more information and specific links to relevant information, please visit our sister site, the Full Circle of Care Caregiver Website.

Surviving Extreme Heat