{"id":5484,"date":"2019-07-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-10T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/senior-solutions.local\/helping-seniors-create-an-emergency-contact-plan\/"},"modified":"2024-04-09T09:45:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T14:45:17","slug":"helping-seniors-create-an-emergency-contact-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seniorsolutionshomecare.com\/nashville\/helping-seniors-create-an-emergency-contact-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Helping Seniors Create An Emergency Contact Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"

In case of emergency, especially an evacuation, it\u2019s essential for seniors and their loved ones to have a communication plan.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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According to FEMA, the most common reasons for evacuation are fires and floods. It\u2019s important for seniors to know who to contact in case of disaster. A senior\u2019s loved ones need to know who to contact to check on senior safety too. (OSHA)<\/p>\n

When a senior is facing a crisis, like emergency evacuation, they need to know how to act quickly. A disaster communication plan helps seniors and their loved ones know what to do to stay safe and connected in case of emergency.<\/p>\n

How a Disaster Communication Plan Works<\/h4>\n

The first step in any disaster communication plan is to designate an emergency contact who will check in on a senior.<\/p>\n

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  1. Senior and emergency contact person check in with each other<\/li>\n
  2. Emergency contact coordinates with senior to evacuate them<\/li>\n
  3. Loved ones and caregivers can check in with emergency contact about senior\u2019s status<\/li>\n
  4. Emergency contact keeps all parties updated<\/li>\n
  5. When applicable, emergency contact helps senior return home<\/li>\n
  6. Emergency contact verifies with all parties that senior may be contacted directly<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Seniors should select a secondary emergency contact in case their primary isn\u2019t available. Loved ones and caregivers should receive the emergency contact\u2019s phone number, email address, and mailing address as well. (CDC)<\/p>\n

    Role of an Emergency Contact<\/h4>\n

    A senior\u2019s emergency contact may be responsible for<\/p>\n

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    • Keeping up with disaster status in a senior\u2019s home region<\/li>\n
    • Checking in on senior safety<\/li>\n
    • Reminding a senior of their emergency plans<\/li>\n
    • Coordinating the evacuation of a senior<\/li>\n
    • Connecting with a senior\u2019s loved ones to provide updates<\/li>\n
    • Helping a senior coordinate their return home<\/li>\n
    • Navigating health, insurance, and other needs during times of crisis<\/li>\n
    • Letting loved ones know when a senior can be contacted independently again<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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