Emergency Preparedness For people with developmental and intellectual disabilities Presented by Linda McAuliffe Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities
Outline General information Commonalities Areas to consider
Prevalence in Kentucky 3.0% reported a visual disability 4.5% reported a hearing disability 10.4% reported an ambulatory disability 7.2% reported a cognitive disability 3.8% reported a self-care disability 7.9% reported an independent living disability 2011 Disability Status Report, prepared by Cornell University
Kentucky Population (2012 census): 4,380,415 Majority of people with I/DD live with family or their own household Of those who live in supervised residential settings, approximately 76% live in supported living arrangements. Source: The State of the State in Developmental Disabilities 2011 Braddock, Hemp, Rizzolo, Haffer, Tanis, and Wu
Aging Caregivers The estimated number of persons with I/DD living with aging caregivers in 2009 is 11,100.
Goals of Emergency Preparedness Preparedness Response Recovery Mitigation Prevention
Preparedness: Assessment Environmental barriers Personal Care Dietary needs Emotional issues
Preparedness: Personal Support Network Create a network of trusted individuals who can assist during an emergency Consider each setting Involve the network in pre-planning Make a Plan Practice!!
Preparedness: Medical Needs Be aware of medical issues Have a 7-day supply of medication Equipment Alerts
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Response Communication Alternate forms may be necessary Use visual aids if needed Dignity and Respect Age Appropriate Look for behavioral cues
Shelter The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures that persons with developmental or cognitive disabilities have a right to use public shelters. Some people may have difficulty with crowds and noise, experiencing sensory overload
Agency Partnerships Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities Department for Public Health Community Mental Health Programs Supports for Community Living Providers Service Providers
Helpful Links Disability Statistics Disability Preparedness ability/disability_preparedness.htm ability/disability_preparedness.htm Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities Kentucky ADA Office
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