Hi, I hope this message finds you well and safe. Natural disasters are no stranger to Kentucky—especially right now. These moments remind us how essential emergency and crisis planning is in our daily lives. Having the right tools and resources can make all the difference as we weather the storms life brings our way.
Whether it’s a natural disaster, a family emergency, or a personal crisis, having a plan in place is crucial. For individuals with disabilities and their families, planning often involves unique considerations that others may not face. Being prepared helps ensure safety, stability, and peace of mind.
It’s also important to help our children understand the difference between an emergency and an urgency—a key part of building resilience and readiness together.
Stay safe, stay connected.
With love,
Rhonda Logsdon
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Download Emergency Plan Activity
Everybody needs an Emergency Plan!
Use the above activity to create an emergency plan that fits your family’s lives.
When creating, keep the following questions in mind and remember everyone needs to be included in the planning!
- What emergency supplies should we always have close at hand?
- Where should we shelter in place for different weather emergencies? (Severe storms, tornadoes, floods, etc….)
- When should we evacuate?
- If separated, who do we contact? (Police, fire station, family/friend)
- If separated, where is a place for everyone to meet?
If unsure of safe places to shelter in place in your type of home, you can use FEMA’s resource.
HHS Child and Adolescent Health Emergency Planning Toolkit Guidance for Addressing the Needs of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs