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Special needs of Seniors may include:

Mobility
If you or a family member has difficulty moving quickly and easily, make sure your neighbors are aware and you have someone who can check in during an emergency.
Develop a support network with several people who will follow up with you after an emergency.
Medication and Medical Supplies
Keep a separate supply of at least seven days’ worth of any medication or critical medical supplies, such as oxygen.

If you rely on electric medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, insulin pumps, ventilators, and oxygen compressors, talk to your medical supply company about getting extra batteries or a generator as a back-up power source.

Additions to the Emergency Kit and Go Bag
A whistle to signal for help.
Necessary medications and supplies.
Special sanitary needs.
Important medical phone numbers.
Food that meets specialized dietary needs.
List of medications, medical conditions, insurance information, allergies, and a copy of your insurance cards. Keep one copy with you at all times, and give the other copy to someone else for safekeeping.

Care
During an emergency, personal care attendants may not be able to make it to their patients. Make arrangements with caregivers who are familiar with your personal care agency’s emergency policy.

If you have a service animal, make sure it has a registered tag.