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Be Prepared for Emergencies and Disasters

Emergency preparedness natural disaster supplies.

Emergency Preparedness
From the pandemic to floods, extreme weather events to increasing occurrence of wildfires--disasters and emergencies are challenging for everyone, but for older adults the impact can be greater.

Disasters of all kinds affect older adults disproportionately, especially those with chronic diseases, disabilities or conditions that require extra assistance to leave an unsafe area and recover from an event.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

ORPrepare is a disaster preparedness resource hub with the goals of empowering users with information and tools to plan and prepare for the next emergency and building greater understanding of emergency preparedness and community resilience.

AARP Disaster Resilience Toolkit features strategies to help local, state and community leaders and advocates reduce the risk and impacts of disasters on older adults.
Download the Toolkit

Red Cross Preparedness Kit
Being prepared means being equipped with the proper supplies you may need in the event of an emergency or disaster. Learn how to build an emergency preparedness kit that you can use at home or take with you in case you must evacuate.

Resources from FEMA:

Make a Plan https://www.ready.gov/plan

Financial Preparedness https://www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness

FEMA Region 10 Webinar Series for Older Adults and Senior Serving Organizations: 

- Preparedness at Home for Older Adults https://youtu.be/ENi48pStXKE

- Social Support Networks for Older Adults https://youtu.be/_squlMHxMoQ

Resources from the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation
Department of Consumer & Business Services

Preparedness

Financial/Insurance Information

Resilient Futures 2021
In 2021, AARP Oregon held a virtual disaster preparedness & resilience conference on June 29-30. With the goals of empowering participants with the information, tools and resources to plan and prepare for the next emergency and building greater understanding of emergency preparedness and community resilience, the event brought together thought leaders, practitioners, and community advocates.

About AARP Oregon
Contact information and more from your state office. Learn what we are doing to champion social change and help you live your best life.