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During an emergency seniors and those with disabilities may have special needs that need to be considered when creating a household plan and emergency kit.

Remember:

Mobility

If you or a family member have difficulty moving quickly and easily, make sure your neighbors are aware and that you have someone who can check in with you in case of an emergency.
Develop a support network with several people who will continue to follow up with you after an emergency.

Medication & Medical Supplies

Keep a separate supply of at least 7 days worth of any medication or critical medical supplies, such as oxygen.
If you rely on electric medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, ventilators, and oxygen compressors, talk to your medical supply company about getting batteries or a generator as a backup power source.

Care

During an emergency, personal care attendants may not be able to make it to their patients. Make sure you have made arrangements with caregivers who are familiar with your personal care agencies emergency policy.
If you have a service animal, make sure that it has a registered tag.

Additions to the Emergency Kit and Go Bag

Extra mobility aids, including manual wheelchair (Car batteries may be used to run an electric wheelchair)
A whistle to signal for help
Necessary medications and supplies
Special sanitary needs
Important medical phone numbers
Food that meets specialized dietary needs
Make a list of your medications, medical conditions, insurance information, allergies, and have your insurance cards available. Keep a copy with you at all times, and give another copy to someone else for safekeeping.