Emergency Planning
Be prepared for urgent needs
Emergency care planning checklist, important documents guide, and rapid placement assistance information.
🏠Personal & Medical Information
- Full name, date of birth, and address
- Emergency contact names and phone numbers
- Primary care physician and specialists' contact info
- Health insurance cards and policy numbers
- List of current medications (name, dosage, frequency)
- List of allergies (medications, food, environmental)
- Medical conditions and history (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, dementia)
- Advance directives (DNR, living will, power of attorney)
💊Medications & Supplies
- 7-day supply of all prescription medications
- Over-the-counter medications (pain relievers, antacids, etc.)
- Medical devices (hearing aids, glasses, walkers, CPAP, etc.)
- Extra batteries or chargers for medical equipment
- First aid kit (bandages, antiseptic, gloves, thermometer)
🧯Emergency Essentials
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Whistle or alert device
- Cell phone with emergency numbers pre-programmed
- Portable phone charger or power bank
- Emergency cash (small bills)
- Copies of important documents in a waterproof folder
🧳Go-Bag (in case of evacuation)
- Change of clothes and undergarments
- Blanket or emergency thermal blanket
- Non-perishable snacks and bottled water
- Toiletries and hygiene items
- Spare keys (home, car)
Keep this checklist updated regularly and store it in an easily accessible location. Consider making digital copies and sharing with trusted family members or caregivers.