Article Publication Date:
4/29/2009
Summary:
Initiated following the Gulf Coast Hurricane disasters in 2005, the self assessment tool is designed to assist state developmental disabilities officials evaluate the extent to which their existing preparedness plans address the unique characteristics and needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities during periods of emergency or disaster.
Topics:
Emergency Preparedness
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities
Sources:
NASDDDS; National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
Keywords:
Public Health
emergency; management functions; operational levels
Contact
Chas Moseley
Associate Executive Director
National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services
cmoseley@nasddds.org
Phone:
703-683-4202
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51926