Plan Ahead for Disasters Disasters don't plan ahead. You can. Make a plan today with preparedness information for severe weather, tornadoes, flooding, storm surges, hurricanes, and more. View Resource
Natural Disaster Resources for Families Affected by Autism
CHC_Blogging2019-08-14T23:28:35-04:00Natural Disaster Resources for Autism Families Planning is an important part of any family affected by autism's daily routine, but is even more important when it comes to being prepared before, during and after any type of natural disaster. The following tips to assist families with [...]
Desastres Naturales: Recursos para Familias Afectadas por el Autismo
CHC_Blogging2019-10-28T18:30:01-04:00Desastres Naturales: Recursos para Familias Afectadas por el Autismo Crear planes es importante para la rutina diaria en familias afectada por autismo, pero aún más importante cuando se trata de cualquier tipo de desastre natural. Los siguientes consejos para ayudar a familias a crear planes de [...]
Safe Storage of Insulin
CHC_Blogging2019-10-24T16:09:14-04:00Safe Storage of Insulin For the people with diabetes who use it, insulin is a vital need. It’s important to store insulin as directed so that it remains usable by those who need it. Follow these tips to ensure effective insulin storage. View Resource [...]
Open Pharmacies Resource – RX Open
CHC_Blogging2019-10-24T16:02:45-04:00Rx Open Rx Open helps patients find nearby open pharmacies in areas impacted by disaster. Combining multiple data feeds from the pharmaceutical industry, Rx Open displays the precise location on Google Maps of open pharmacies, closed pharmacies, and those whose status is unknown. This critical information [...]
Find Open Shelters
CHC_Blogging2019-08-14T23:24:25-04:00Find Open Shelters If an emergency has forced you to evacuate from your home, the Red Cross may be able to help. Locate shelters available near you and more information about eligibility, items to bring, services offered, and more. View Resource [...]
Request an Angel Flight
CHC_Blogging2019-08-15T21:53:44-04:00Request an Angel Flight A small child, ravaged by cancer, needs specialized lifesaving treatment at a hospital 300 miles away. A father, separated from his family by a hurricane, wants desperately to be reunited. A domestic-violence survivor longs to start a new life in another city, [...]
Protect Yourself and Your Family from Radon
CHC_Blogging2019-11-02T21:30:08-04:00Protect Yourself and Your Family from Radon Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking. If you smoke and live in a home with high radon levels, you increase your risk of developing lung cancer. Having your home tested is the only [...]
Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
CHC_Blogging2019-11-02T21:22:46-04:00Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke When wildfires burn either in your area or many miles away, they produce smoke that may reach your community. Wildfire smoke is a mixture of gases and fine particles from burning trees and other plant materials. This smoke can hurt your [...]
Response Worker Health and Safety
CHC_Blogging2019-11-02T21:25:06-04:00Response Worker Health and Safety The CDC provides a list of emergency response resources for workers at natural disaster sites. View Resource
Worker Safety During Fire Cleanup
CHC_Blogging2019-11-02T21:11:43-04:00Worker Safety During Fire Cleanup Workers and volunteers should be advised of and should follow proper safety precautions. Workers’ and volunteers’ experience levels vary, and cleanup crews must work together to ensure safety. View Resource
Post-Disaster Child Care Needs and Resources
CHC_Blogging2019-11-02T21:06:17-04:00Post-Disaster Child Care Needs and Resources The document provides a detailed list of resources that can be accessed by child care providers and child serving organizations affected by disasters or public health emergencies. View Resource