Category: emergency supplies

Places Please: Get Better Prepared by Getting Organized

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January is Get Organized Month. A new year is a popular time to make resolutions, like to get more exercise or quit tobacco. Another common one is to get organized. Getting organized can help you prepare for emergencies and stay calm in stressful and time-sensitive situations, like an evacuation. Here are a few ways to Read More >

January 26, 2021 by Blog Administrator2 Comments

Do 1 Thing, General, natural disasters, preparedness

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Preparing Children with Special Healthcare Needs for an Emergency

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In my home both of my children have special health care needs. My daughter Charlotte is 4 years-old, and my son, Zachary, is 2 years-old. Both were diagnosed with asthma at an early age. Having children with special health care needs means that my husband and I must think ahead, plan ahead, and prepare our Read More >

December 2, 2019 by Holly Gay2 Comments

General, natural disasters, preparedness, response

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