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Independence

Backup Battery supply, an emergency go kit, a service dog

Being independent during an emergency is important. This week, we'll help you get ready by making sure you have what you need to stay safe and independent. Follow the daily tips to prepare your go kits, backup plans, and important documents!

Overview

Why maintaining your independence during and after an emergency is important to individuals with IDD.

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Packing a Go Kit

Have an emergency go kit to take with you if you have to leave home or work in an emergency and learn what you should have in it.

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Making a Service Animal Plan

Make sure you have an emergency go kit for your service animal and all your pets that includes things to help keep them happy and calm. Learn how to make a go kit specifically for your animals.

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Making a Backup Power Plan

Develop a plan to provide power to your important devices and how to determine which are most important.

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Low Tech AT Solutions

Have a simple or low tech alternative to each of your power dependent devices so you don’t have to go without and that you always have another way to have to stay independent.

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Collect and Store Important Documents

Have a place to keep copies of all your important documents in case they are destroyed during a fire or flood.

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