Emergency Preparedness Links

Accessible Emergency Information

• The Northeast Texas Public Health District has compiled 18 Emergency Preparedness Topics and formatted the information to be friendly to deaf, blind, and limited sight populations.  The  information is in video and downloadable document format for public use.

DisabilityPreparedness.gov

• An on-line resource center on safety and security for individuals with disabilities in disaster situations provided by the Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) on Emergency Preparedness and Individuals with Disabilities. 

Go Direct

• Go Direct is a campaign to motivate people who receive federal benefit checks to use direct deposit.  Disasters can disrupt mail service for days or even weeks.  Sponsored by U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Federal Reserve Banks, Go Direct will ensure you get your social security or SSI payment on time each month.

Make a Plan

• Brought to you by the communities of the National Capital Region.  Use their Emergency Plan Form (available in English and Spanish) to create your own emergency plan.

National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) - Disaster Management

• Disaster management and preparedness resources from NDRN.

Ready America

• Information and tips on preparing for an emergency situation for people with disabilities and other special needs.
• For a list of resources and information on preparedness in Oregon, click here.
  

Voluntary Emergency Registry

• The Voluntary Emergency Registry (VER) is a cooperative effort of the City of Portland and Multnomah County to identify and assist people who may need extra help during an emergency.