Pripåra Hao Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Persons with Disabilities – two-sided card In the event of a major disaster such as typhoon or earthquake, it is recommended that you assemble the following items to help get through the challenges that occur during and immediately after emergency situations: • A one week food supply - Ready-to-eat food - Non-perishable foods - Special diet needs - Food for service animals • Non-electric can opener • Adequate supply of drinking water • One gallon of water per day per person for sanitation • Several flashlights • Portable radio • Extra batteries for flashlights and radio • Ten-day supply of medicines • Instructions for use of the medicines - Dosage, frequency, doctor’s name, phone number • First Aid Kit Other important items to have on hand: • Eye glasses, hearing aids, mobility aids • Extra blankets • Toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, personal hygiene supplies, hand sanitizer • One gallon of chlorine bleach and medicine dropper (To sterilize water and food preparation areas for germ control) • Duct tape • Garbage bags, closeable containers, and gloves • Extra cash on hand as banks may be closed and ATMs inoperable for a number of days • Important documents should be stored in watertight and fireproof containers Special Planning Tips • Conduct an “Ability Self-Assessment” - Identify what you can do and what you need assistance with • Develop a buddy system with family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, or other individuals who may help you plan. Plan how you will help each other in an emergency • Consider speaking with your village Mayor regarding your special needs during emergencies • Give copies of your written emergency plan to people in your personal support network • Make a list of emergency contacts • Document important life saving information and keep it in your “Go-Kit.” Don’t forget to keep it updated. - Special medical information - Special equipment you use for communication, daily living, mobility - Medical providers - doctor, pharmacy, health insurance company - If you have a difficult time communicating orally, keep a “communication book” to help you exchange information as needed • Reduce hazards in your home - Secure medical equipment, appliances, bookcases, hanging plants, etc. - Remove unsecured objects from the exterior of your home - Know the location of your electrical box, gas valve, and water valve and how to turn them off - Plan two exit routes if you need to leave your house immediately • Contact the Guam Power Authority, Guam Waterworks Authority, and telephone companies to inform them of your special needs o expedite reconnection of utility services Produced with 100% funding support from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Administration on Developmental Disabilities, Grant No. 90DD0647-03 and facilitated by the University of Guam Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (Guam CEDDERS). References: “Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs,” FEMA & American Red Cross, and “Preparing Makes Sense for People with Disabilities and Special Needs,” U.S. Department of Homeland Security.