TO ACCOMPLISH THIS WEEK:
*Create a 72 Hour Kit
*Store a MINIMUM of 3 gallons of water per person.
Here is something to work on for your "Cram Session" - it would be a good idea to have a 72-hour kit ready to go! It doesn't have to be elaborate, and anything is better than nothing. Try to include: a change of clothes, food (that you/your kids will eat), water (the recommended is 1 gallon of water per person per day = 3 gallons per person), and a first-aid kit. If you want more information click on 'Informational Topics' near the top of the page.
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Monday, August 2, 2010
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Cram Session #3 - Non-food Items
TO ACCOMPLISH THIS WEEK:
*Stock up on Non-food Items
Make sure that you have items in stock at your home that are non-food related that would be useful in the event of an emergency. These items should include things such as: Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Hand Sanitizer, Medicine, First-Aid Kit, Paper Plates, Baby Wipes, etc. That way, if you had to shelter-in-place (not leave your home) or if someone was sick, you would have some necessary supplies on hand (that was a HUGE hint for our 7-Day Challenge).
*Stock up on Non-food Items
Make sure that you have items in stock at your home that are non-food related that would be useful in the event of an emergency. These items should include things such as: Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Hand Sanitizer, Medicine, First-Aid Kit, Paper Plates, Baby Wipes, etc. That way, if you had to shelter-in-place (not leave your home) or if someone was sick, you would have some necessary supplies on hand (that was a HUGE hint for our 7-Day Challenge).
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Cram Session #2 - Grab List
TO ACCOMPLISH THIS WEEK
*Create a Grab List
If you need to evacuate your home in a hurry, it would be a good idea to have a list to work off of. This week we are going to create a 'Grab List'. Here is a form you can download and fill in.
Click Here to Download Grab List
Once you've completed the Grab List, you should add it to your 3-ring binder.
When we did this, I started off and wrote things down. Then, I decided to incorporate my family into the process. We moved from room to room as we were making the list. I pointed some things out that would be important to grab in each room (seriously, I think this part helped my husband :) too). Then, we went into each kids room, I let the kids think of a couple of things that they would "need" if we had to evacuate. (Remember if you had to evacuate it would be quite stressful for children - having a favorite stuffed animal or familiar toy may make a huge difference in helping them to cope with the stress around them). After it was all said and done, and as the week progressed I kept thinking about things to add to the list that I had forgotten (my jewelry box, the jewelry that we take off each night). It was nice to be able to remember something and add it to the list. I KNOW that if I was having to do this during a REAL emergency - I would have forgotten something.
I reordered the list, grouping things from each room together so that it would be easier to grab in an semi-organized fashion. I also made several copies of the list to add to my 3-ring binder. I figure that I can have my kids help me in case of a real emergency.
Some things to make sure you include on your list: 3-ring binder, important documents (birth certificates, social security cards), medication, cell phone chargers, pictures, computer (tower only), purse/wallet/cell phone, financial records (account numbers), heirloom items, items with sentimental value (if you think of something else - add it as a comment!)
As I continued to think about this, I started thinking -
*What if we had only 5 minutes as opposed to 30 minutes? What are the MOST important things on my list? I need to rework my list and maybe put an asterisk or something to prioritize the MOST important items.
*Do I have materials (boxes and packing tape) on hand that I can pack things into?
*I also thought that maybe I should use brightly colored labels on boxes that contain important items (financial records, sentimental Christmas ornaments, etc) so that if I had my kids helping me, it would be easier for them to identify the box and grab it.
I want to hear what you are doing with your grab list - leave me a comment! Do you have any great ideas to share? What items should we make sure to include?
*Create a Grab List
If you need to evacuate your home in a hurry, it would be a good idea to have a list to work off of. This week we are going to create a 'Grab List'. Here is a form you can download and fill in.
Click Here to Download Grab List
Once you've completed the Grab List, you should add it to your 3-ring binder.
When we did this, I started off and wrote things down. Then, I decided to incorporate my family into the process. We moved from room to room as we were making the list. I pointed some things out that would be important to grab in each room (seriously, I think this part helped my husband :) too). Then, we went into each kids room, I let the kids think of a couple of things that they would "need" if we had to evacuate. (Remember if you had to evacuate it would be quite stressful for children - having a favorite stuffed animal or familiar toy may make a huge difference in helping them to cope with the stress around them). After it was all said and done, and as the week progressed I kept thinking about things to add to the list that I had forgotten (my jewelry box, the jewelry that we take off each night). It was nice to be able to remember something and add it to the list. I KNOW that if I was having to do this during a REAL emergency - I would have forgotten something.
I reordered the list, grouping things from each room together so that it would be easier to grab in an semi-organized fashion. I also made several copies of the list to add to my 3-ring binder. I figure that I can have my kids help me in case of a real emergency.
Some things to make sure you include on your list: 3-ring binder, important documents (birth certificates, social security cards), medication, cell phone chargers, pictures, computer (tower only), purse/wallet/cell phone, financial records (account numbers), heirloom items, items with sentimental value (if you think of something else - add it as a comment!)
As I continued to think about this, I started thinking -
*What if we had only 5 minutes as opposed to 30 minutes? What are the MOST important things on my list? I need to rework my list and maybe put an asterisk or something to prioritize the MOST important items.
*Do I have materials (boxes and packing tape) on hand that I can pack things into?
*I also thought that maybe I should use brightly colored labels on boxes that contain important items (financial records, sentimental Christmas ornaments, etc) so that if I had my kids helping me, it would be easier for them to identify the box and grab it.
I want to hear what you are doing with your grab list - leave me a comment! Do you have any great ideas to share? What items should we make sure to include?
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Cram Session #1 - 3-Ring Binder, Family Emergency Plan, Family Resources
TO ACCOMPLISH THIS WEEK:
*Start 3-Ring Binder
*Develop Family Emergency Plan
*Brainstorm Family Resources
Start 3-Ring Binder
For this week's 'Cram Session' for the 7 Day Challenge, we will start assemblying a 3-ring binder. The idea is that in case of an emergency, you would grab your 3-ring binder and it would have important information and resources in it (family plan, emergency phone numbers, etc). At church on Sunday, we talked about our Ward Emergeny Plan. Copies of the plan were passed out, and those should go into the 3-ring binder.
Click here to download a copy of Eastvale 1st Ward Plan (minus Ward Leadership Information and Member Directory) 27 page PDF
Family Emergency Plan
We are also working on getting our Family Emergency Plan together. If you think that the following handout looks familiar - you're right!! It was in our Family Home Evening Lesson for January, so you've probably seen it before. Now is the time to complete it (if you haven't already) and get it turned in!
Click here to download a copy of the Family Emergency Plan handout.
If you are in the Eastvale 1st Ward or Eastvale 2nd Ward, please fill out page one and turn it in to a member of the Bishopric, or the Emergency Prep Coordinator. A copy should be put in your 3-ring binder, a copy will go into the Ward Emergency Plan binder, and a copy will be given to your home teacher.
If you are following along with us, complete this page as a family and put it into your 3-ring binder.
Page 2 and Page 3 of the above document download are folding wallet cards for adults (page 2) and children (page 3). The details of the plan could be written on these cards and then kept in a wallet or backpack so that each family member has a copy of the information if needed.
Ready.gov has many additional downloadable resources. Information for the Family Emergency Plan is found in the 'Family Emergency Plan (FEP)' under the 'Individual & Family Publications' section. Click here to visit their site.
Family Resource Worksheet
Finally, we spent time brainstorming, as families, what special needs we may have, what training we may possess and what additional resources we may have to offer those around us. Eastvale 1st and Eastvale 2nd ward families will complete the form and turn it in to the Bishopric, so that a compehensive list can be put together to go into the Ward Emergency Plan binder.
Click here to download a copy of the Family Resource Worksheet handout
Some ideas that we came up with to help you start brainstorming:
Special Needs: Single Working Parent, Commuting Spouse, One Car Family, Spouse's Type of Work (Firefighter, Police Office, Teacher - may need to remain at work in an emergency), Visually Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Mobility Impaired, Special Dietary needs, Medical Conditions - allergies, insulin, medication, dialysis, cpap machine, Non-English Speaking, Intellectual Disabilities, Dementia, Animals
Specialized Training/Skills: Medical, Amateur (Ham) Radio, Heavy Equipment Operator, Plumber, Handyman, CERT, Computer, CPR Certified, Eagle Scout, Physical Therapist, Mechanic, Backhoe Operator, Forklift Operator, First Aid, Lifeguard
Resources: Generator, Gun; Heavy Equipment - Fork Lift, Bobcat, Truck; Tools - Chain Saw, Table Saw, Tall Ladder, Hand Tools, Battery Charger; Cleaning - Power Washer, Carpet Shampooer; Camping Equipment - Outdoor Stove; Business - FAX Machine, Business Products; Communication - Satellite Phone, Ham Radio; Housing - RV, Tent; Outdoor Equipment - Pool, Heater, BBQ, EZ-up; Transportation - Bicycles
Thank you to everyone working to help develop a plan for your family and ward! Remember - "If you are not prepared to take care of yourself, be prepared to have to rely on the generosity of strangers"
*Start 3-Ring Binder
*Develop Family Emergency Plan
*Brainstorm Family Resources
Start 3-Ring Binder
For this week's 'Cram Session' for the 7 Day Challenge, we will start assemblying a 3-ring binder. The idea is that in case of an emergency, you would grab your 3-ring binder and it would have important information and resources in it (family plan, emergency phone numbers, etc). At church on Sunday, we talked about our Ward Emergeny Plan. Copies of the plan were passed out, and those should go into the 3-ring binder.
Click here to download a copy of Eastvale 1st Ward Plan (minus Ward Leadership Information and Member Directory) 27 page PDF
Family Emergency Plan
We are also working on getting our Family Emergency Plan together. If you think that the following handout looks familiar - you're right!! It was in our Family Home Evening Lesson for January, so you've probably seen it before. Now is the time to complete it (if you haven't already) and get it turned in!
Click here to download a copy of the Family Emergency Plan handout.
If you are in the Eastvale 1st Ward or Eastvale 2nd Ward, please fill out page one and turn it in to a member of the Bishopric, or the Emergency Prep Coordinator. A copy should be put in your 3-ring binder, a copy will go into the Ward Emergency Plan binder, and a copy will be given to your home teacher.
If you are following along with us, complete this page as a family and put it into your 3-ring binder.
Page 2 and Page 3 of the above document download are folding wallet cards for adults (page 2) and children (page 3). The details of the plan could be written on these cards and then kept in a wallet or backpack so that each family member has a copy of the information if needed.
Ready.gov has many additional downloadable resources. Information for the Family Emergency Plan is found in the 'Family Emergency Plan (FEP)' under the 'Individual & Family Publications' section. Click here to visit their site.
Family Resource Worksheet
Finally, we spent time brainstorming, as families, what special needs we may have, what training we may possess and what additional resources we may have to offer those around us. Eastvale 1st and Eastvale 2nd ward families will complete the form and turn it in to the Bishopric, so that a compehensive list can be put together to go into the Ward Emergency Plan binder.
Click here to download a copy of the Family Resource Worksheet handout
Some ideas that we came up with to help you start brainstorming:
Special Needs: Single Working Parent, Commuting Spouse, One Car Family, Spouse's Type of Work (Firefighter, Police Office, Teacher - may need to remain at work in an emergency), Visually Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Mobility Impaired, Special Dietary needs, Medical Conditions - allergies, insulin, medication, dialysis, cpap machine, Non-English Speaking, Intellectual Disabilities, Dementia, Animals
Specialized Training/Skills: Medical, Amateur (Ham) Radio, Heavy Equipment Operator, Plumber, Handyman, CERT, Computer, CPR Certified, Eagle Scout, Physical Therapist, Mechanic, Backhoe Operator, Forklift Operator, First Aid, Lifeguard
Resources: Generator, Gun; Heavy Equipment - Fork Lift, Bobcat, Truck; Tools - Chain Saw, Table Saw, Tall Ladder, Hand Tools, Battery Charger; Cleaning - Power Washer, Carpet Shampooer; Camping Equipment - Outdoor Stove; Business - FAX Machine, Business Products; Communication - Satellite Phone, Ham Radio; Housing - RV, Tent; Outdoor Equipment - Pool, Heater, BBQ, EZ-up; Transportation - Bicycles
Thank you to everyone working to help develop a plan for your family and ward! Remember - "If you are not prepared to take care of yourself, be prepared to have to rely on the generosity of strangers"
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