Emergency Preparedness For people with

developmental and intellectual disabilities

Presented by Linda McAuliffeDepartment for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities

OutlineGeneral informationCommonalitiesAreas 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 CaregiversThe estimated number of persons with I/DD living with aging caregivers in

2009 is 11,100.

Goals of Emergency PreparednessPreparednessResponseRecoveryMitigationPrevention

Preparedness: AssessmentEnvironmental

barriersPersonal Care Dietary needsEmotional 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 NeedsBe aware of medical

issuesHave a 7-day supply of

medicationEquipmentAlerts

American Red Cross Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJQr4

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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

http://www.disabilitystatistics.org/ Disability Preparedness

http://www.disastersrus.org/MyDisasters/disability/disability_preparedness.htm

Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities http://dbhdid.ky.gov/kdbhdid/default.asp

Kentucky ADA Office http://ada.ky.gov/

Thank you for listening and most

importantly,for the work that

you do!!