Seniors
Get Informed Know what
disasters could affect your area, which could call for an evacuation and when
to shelter in place. Keep a NOAA Weather Radio tuned to your local
emergency station and monitor TV, radio and follow mobile alert and mobile
warnings about severe weather in your area. Download the FEMA app and
get weather alerts from the National Weather Service for up to five different
locations anywhere in the United States.
Make a Plan Determine any
special assistance you may need and include in your emergency plan. Create
a support network of family, friends and others who can assist you during an
emergency and share your disaster plans with them. Practice your plan with
them. Make sure they have an extra key to your home, know where you keep
your emergency supplies and how to use lifesaving equipment or administer
medicine. If you undergo routine treatments administered by a clinic or
hospital, find out their emergency plans and work with them to identify back-up
service providers. If you have a communication-related disability, note
the best way to communicate with you. Don’t forget your pets or service
animals. Not all shelters accept pets so plan for alternatives. Consider
loved ones or friends outside of your immediate area. Prepare an
emergency kit for your pet.
Get Your Benefits
Electronically A disaster can disrupt mail service for days or weeks. If
you depend on Social Security or other regular benefits switching to electronic
payments is a simple, important way to protect yourself financially before
disaster strikes. It also eliminates the risk of stolen checks. The U.S.
Department of the Treasury recommends two safer ways to get federal benefits:
Direct deposit to a checking or savings account. If you get federal
benefits you can sign up by calling 800-333-1795 or sign up online. The
Direct Express® prepaid debit card is designed as a safe and easy alternative
to paper.
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