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CIL-NET Presents… Emergency Recovery Part I: Assisting Individuals after a
Disaster
A National Teleconference & Webcast
Thursday, April 23, 20093:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT
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Role of CILs in Emergency Response
1. Advocate for access and improved responsiveness, both prior to and during emergency
2. Provide instruction to individuals on disaster readiness prior to emergency
3. Assist individuals to leave shelters rapidly after emergency
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Purpose and Importance of Disaster Planning
Preparation is key to maintaining independence
Planning allows faster recovery
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Assemble a Personal Emergency Notebook
Keep in easily accessible location Protect documents with
waterproof paper and sheet protectors
Store all information on a flash drive / memory stick
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Contents of Emergency Notebook
Emergency Information– Identifying information
Medical History– Medical conditions / allergies– Pharmacy and doctor contacts
Emergency Contacts– Family/Friends/Church
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Photocopies - Identification Documents– Copy of valid Driver’s License, Passport,
Proof of residency or citizenship– Social Security card– Birth or death certificates– Marriage license– Baptismal record
Personal Emergency Notebook Checklist
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Proof of residence– Copy of lease agreement, utility bill or
merchant’s statement– Deeds, deeds of trust
Personal Emergency Notebook Checklist
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Proof of ownership – Copy of deeds – Deeds of trust – Titles – Mortgage/payment books or coupons – Property tax bills/receipts – Real property insurance with your name
listed as owner/insured– Make/model/serial numbers for durable
medical equipment such as wheelchairs
Personal Emergency Notebook Checklist
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Proof of income – Paycheck stub – Social Security disability award letter – SSI award letter– Income tax documents
Bank information– Statement copy of bank card or debit card– Checking/savings account numbers – Online username/password
Personal Emergency Notebook Checklist
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Credit card information Copies of front and back of card(s)
Insurance information– Copies of home, auto, and life
insurance policies, health insurance cards, prescription plan and card
List of community resources Other important documents
Personal Emergency Notebook Checklist
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Questions & Answers
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Shelter experience– A brief story
Shelter conditions– Intimidating– Mobility issues– Lights and sounds– Communication issues– Frustrating experience– Sleeping quarters– Safety concerns
Shelter Survival 101
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Stress of Disaster Recovery
Sudden and profound loss causes disruption and stress
Recognition of disaster stages of recovery
Recognition of accompanying stressors and responses
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Stages of Disaster Recovery
1. Heroic Stage– Disaster survival and evacuation– Raised anxiety and stress– Covers rescue and recovery
immediately after event
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Stages of Disaster Recovery
2. Honeymoon Phase– Occurs weeks to months following
disaster when assistance is available
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3. Disillusionment Phase– Next several weeks, lasting up to 2
years or more– Strong sense of disappointment,
anger, and resentment toward how things are or are not moving
Stages of Disaster Recovery, cont’d.
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Stages of Disaster Recovery, cont’d.
4. Reconstruction– Physical property and emotional
well-being occurs and may continue for years
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Strategies for Getting Out Fast -“Get me out of here!” Personal emergency notebook
and/or flash drive / memory stick Cell phone Re-establish communication Be proactive Connect with community agencies
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Advocacy for Getting Out
As advocate, be proactive and build relationships before disasters occur– Establish rapport with shelter operators– Wear your official center identification badge– Provide necessary information to prepare
consumers in the event of disaster– Assist with assembling personal information– Provide training
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Final Questions & Answers
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Wrap up and Evaluation
Summary and wrap up Please remember to complete an
online evaluation located at https://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/12291g3c0f6
Your thoughtful response is greatly appreciated!
