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Special Needs
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If you or someone close to you has a disability or special needs, you may have to take additional steps during an emergency. Find out about special assistance programs available in your community before trouble arises, and register with your local emergency services agency or fire department so needed help can be provided.
- Create a network of neighbors, relatives, friends and coworkers to aid you in an emergency.
- Discuss your needs and make sure everyone knows how to operate necessary equipment.
- Discuss your needs with your employer.
- If you are mobility-impaired and live or work in a high-rise building, have an escape chair.
- If you live in an apartment building ask the management to mark accessible exits clearly and to make arrangements to help you leave the building.
- Keep specialized items ready including extra wheelchair batteries, oxygen, catheters, medication, food for service animals, and any other items you might need.
- Be sure to make provisions for medications that require refrigeration.
- Keep a list of the type and model numbers of the medical devices you require.
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