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Advocate for Yourself: Preparing for a Hurricane

ROOF’s mission is to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which includes providing individuals the resources to live independently. As we continue through hurricane season, we are sharing tips for hurricane preparedness so you can prepare and advocate for yourself. Check out these great resources we have found.

Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities

https://fodh.phhp.ufl.edu/files/2011/05/FINAL-LARGE-ENGLISH-Preparedness-Guide-for-People-with-Disabilities-June-10.pdf

Preparing for a Hurricane When You Use a Wheelchair

https://curemedical.com/preparing-for-a-hurricane-when-you-use-a-wheelchair/                                 

Hurricane Evacuation Planning for People with Special Needs

https://texashelp.tamu.edu/browse/disaster-preparedness-information/hurricane-evacuation-planning-for-people-with-special-needs/

Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs

https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/General_Preparedness___Recovery/Home/A4497.pdf

Disability Disaster Information

https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/disability/

Residential Options of Florida is sharing tips every week on hurricane preparedness, stay tuned for more tips on how you can advocate for yourself.