Homecare Patients Using Power-Dependent Equipment

As a home care patient on power-dependent equipment – or a family member
providing care – planning is critically important because during a power outage
you won’t have access to everyday resources.

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Homecare Patients with Diabetes

As an individual with diabetes, emergency planning is important because you have to make sure you have the medical supplies you may need to stay healthy and safe in times of emergency.

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A Caregiver's Guide for Individuals with Dementia 

As someone who cares for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia,
staying healthy and safe in times of emergency is essential. Emergency planning
is important because disasters can be especially upsetting and confusing for
individuals with dementia.

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Homecare Patients with Disabilities

As a person with a disability, planning is critically important because during an
emergency you may not have access to the supplies and resources you need to stay
healthy, safe, and independent. Emergency planning includes having the food,
medicine, and medical supplies in place to make it on your own when disaster
strikes. Talk to your health care provider about the specific supplies you will need
to have on hand that will last for two weeks. 

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Maintenance Prescriptions

If you have a daily prescription, it’s important to plan ahead. In an emergency, lost or damaged medication can be life-threatening. Talk to your health care provider about which medical supplies you need to have when disaster strikes.

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