National Resources
Pennsylvania Department of Health: Special Populations Emergency Preparedness Planning
http://www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/cwp/view.asp?a=171&q=233957
In disaster preparedness and response, CDC defines special populations as groups whose needs are not fully addressed by traditional service providers or who feel they cannot comfortably or safely access and use the standard resources offered in disaster preparedness, relief and recovery. They include but are not limited to those who are physically or mentally disabled (blind, deaf, hard-of-hearing, cognitive disorders, mobility limitations), limited or non-English speaking, geographically or culturally isolated, medically or chemically dependent, homeless, frail/elderly and children.
PrepareNow.org: Supporting special needs and vulnerable populations in disasters
http://www.preparenow.org/links.html
This site offers access to a diverse array of organizations and resource information related to emergency preparedness and planning.
FEMA: Federal Emergency Management Agency
http://www.fema.gov/
FEMA is part of the Department of Homeland Security's Emergency Preparedness and Response Directorate. FEMA has more than 2,600 full time employees. They work at FEMA headquarters in Washington D.C. , at regional and area offices across the country, the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center , and the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg , Maryland . FEMA also has nearly 4,000 standby disaster assistance employees who are available for deployment after disasters. Often FEMA works in partnership with other organizations that are part of the nation's emergency management system. These partners include state and local emergency management agencies, 27 federal agencies and American Red Cross.
FEMA: Special Populations Fire-Safe Checklist: A Fire-Safety Fact Sheet for People with Special Needs
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/fswy23.pdf
More than 4,000 Americans die each year in fires, and approximately 25,000 are injured.
Special populations such as older adults, people with disabilities, the deaf and hard of hearing and the visually impaired can significantly increase their chances of surviving a fire by practicing proven fire safety precautions.
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County/Local Resources
Marquette County Aging Services and the Marquette County Commission on Aging: Serving the seniors of Marquette County and those who care about them
It shall be the mission of the Commission on Aging to secure and insure the independence and dignity of the County's older adult population. Said mission to be accomplished through the assessment of needs, resource development, centralized planning, advocacy, and assistance to local service providers in the development and support of necessary programs. The commission shall act as a focal point for the provision of information and training on programs and issues related to older adults.
Marquette City Police Department Triad for Seniors
http://www.mqtcty.org
A Triad consists of a three-way effort among the Sheriff, Police Chiefs and senior leadership in a county. In Marquette County the Michigan State Police also play an active role. These groups have agreed to work together to reduce the criminal victimization of seniors and enhance the delivery of law enforcement services.
Triad provides an opportunity for the exchange of information between law enforcement and senior citizens. It focuses on reducing unwarranted fear of crime and improving the quality of life for seniors. Triad is tailored to meet the needs of our county and is governed by a senior advisory council.
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State Resources
Michigan AARP
http://www.aarp.org/mi/
The long-standing service record of AARP and its members stems from its founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, and her belief in the power of people working together for the greater good.
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