Assistive Technology and Emergencies

Resources

People separated from their assistive technology during emergencies may lose their independence until the AT can be found or replaced. Below are links to websites with information for users of, responders to and agencies distributing assistive technology equipment in the event of a fire, earthquake, flood or other disaster or emergency.

Emergency Management and Assistive Technology Blog by Pass It On Center.
Website for First Emergency Responders on how to interact with persons with disabilities in an emergency situation. This website is designed to be accessed through a smart phone so it may look a little small on your computer browser.

Brandi B.

“My mother is a very smart lady. Had she not contacted DMC and had DMC not provided me with a power electric wheelchair, I not only would have lost my job at the OC Fair but my independence as well.”

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Assistive Technology and Emergencies

Resources

Brandi B.

“My mother is a very smart lady. Had she not contacted DMC and had DMC not provided me with a power electric wheelchair, I not only would have lost my job at the OC Fair but my independence as well.”