Disaster Prep and Response

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USSAAC stands ready to respond to any current national disaster. Click the links above for more resources about current disasters.

Below are resources curated by USSAAC to help you prepare for and respond to disasters.

Disaster Preparation for People Who Use AAC and Their Families
Click here to sign up for the Disaster Preparedness for People who Use AAC and Their Families course. This free toolkit was developed by USSAAC's Disaster Relief Committee to help you be prepared for natural disasters. Delivered daily via text message, you will learn how to

Sign up for local Emergency Alerts,
Prepare an Emergency Communication Passport,
Develop emergency and shelter specific communication boards,
Select Go Bag items with AAC needs in mind, and
Create and practice your emergency plan with your selected team.

In addition to phone/text access, those with International numbers can receive these materials through WhatsApp. Thanks to the generous donations from USSAAC members and friends for making this possible!

Google Drive Resources
Click here to access the USSAAC Disaster Preparedness and Response Google Drive folder. This folder contains files that are free to download and use, such as:

Communication boards for use during and after disasters
Disaster readiness guides and checklists
Communication passport and emergency profile templates