Disaster Planning Tips for Older Adults and their Families

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Fact-sheet PDF

Article Publication Date:

10/25/2012

Summary:

This guide explains why the older adult population can be more vulnerable during a disaster. It provides tips for family disaster planning, identifies common disaster reactions and coping tips for older adults, and includes links to additional resources.

Topics:

Long Term Services and Supports; Emergency Preparedness

Types/Tools:

Fact Sheets

Populations:

Aging/Older Adults

Sources:

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Healthy Aging Program

Programs/Initiatives:

N/A

States:

All States/Territories