Emergency Preparedness

How well you will take care of yourself and your family in an emergency depends on planning and preparation. 

Everyone has different needs and abilities, especially older Americans.

You can take steps to ensure that you will be safe and comfortable as possible in an emergency. 

Its as easy as

1.STAY INFORMED

2. HAVE A PLAN

3. KEEP A KIT 

Click on the links below to learn more about:

Common Risks In Wisconsin     Preparing for Elderly and Special Needs     Managing Vital Documents     Prepare for Pets

Click HERE for more information from the COAD Website: "Live Prepared" 

• Click HERE for Tips, Senior Safety Reminder Booklet and more info from Milwaukee County Department on Aging
• Click HERE for information on Milwaukee County's Emergency Shelter Site for persons with special needs
• (Functional Needs Emergency Shelter)
• Click HERE for tips on Coping With Disasters From the Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services. 
• Click HERE for more information from Ready.gov
• Health care providers, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and FDDs click HERE for helpful tips and resource materials on how to prepare for possible emergency situations.
• DQA regulated providers: Click HERE to register for the CMS Emergency Preparedness Resource Inventory (EPRI) system.

Click on the videos below to see information from Ready Wisconsin 

Southeast Wisconsin Citizens and Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD)

is a non-profit organization committed to providing support and resources for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

COAD prepares individuals and organizations to survive and assist the community during a disaster with training, exercise, and education