Emergency Planning for People Living with Disability
Tools to help people living with disability to be prepared for an Emergency.
The EMBER program teaches individuals living with disability to prepare for bushfires and other natural disasters. Using simple language, formats and resources the program aims to support people with disability gain confidence in what to do when there is an emergency and to ensure they:
PLAN – Have an easy plan ready to guide them on what to do in case there is a natural emergency; and
ACT – If there is a bushfire, flood or other emergency – Take action and leave early.
As part of its EMBER program, free resources are available to help prepare for natural disasters.
Planning checklists, Non Verbal Communication Apps and tips on how to help neighbours in an emergency are all available from www.emberapp.com.au
Individuals are also encouraged become a Street Mate using our checklists and tips on how to help vulnerable community members at www.streetmate.com.au
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