ABOUT THE CLASS
This interactive class is designed to provide basic information for individuals with access and functional needs, their families and their caregivers on how to prepare for and respond to disasters. Participants will learn how to make a plan, build a kit and stay informed through discussion-based content and hands on activities. This class is currently offered in-person.
Important Note: This class is offered in both English and Spanish. Each presentation date will have a Spanish version take place at the same time and location unless otherwise specified.
Target Audience
Individuals with access and functional needs, their families and their caregivers.
Objectives
- Understand the term emergency preparedness and response
- Understand what emergency managers do
- Discuss hazards, disasters and disruptions
- Understand CMIST
- Discuss specific emergency responses
- Create a communication plan
RESOURCE LIBRARY
Training Dates
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
September 23, 2023
| Saturday | 8am-5pm | DFPC/DHSEM SLV Headquarters 1301 West Ave (Highway 285) Alamosa, CO |
September 30, 2023 Presentation in Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | DFPC/DHSEM SLV Headquarters 1301 West Ave (Highway 285) Alamosa, CO |
CANCELLED October 28, 2023 | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Center for Independence 740 Gunnison Ave Grand Junction, CO |
CANCELLED October 28, 2023 Presentation in Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Valley View Hospital 1906 Blake Ave, Rooms 2 C and D Glenwood Springs, CO |
November 4, 2023 Presentations in English and Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Summit County Community and Senior Center 83 Nancy's Place Frisco, CO |
December 9, 2023 Presentations in English and Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Health Solutions 1 Wellness Way Pueblo, CO |
January 13, 2024 Presentation in English | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Adams County Government Center, Platte River A 4430 S Adams County Pkwy Brighton, CO |
January 13, 2024 Presentation in Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Adams County Government Center, Platte River B 4430 S Adams County Pkwy Brighton, CO |
January 19, 2024 Presentation in Spanish | Saturday | 8am-5pm | Weld County Government Building 1150 O St Event Center Greeley, CO |
January 19, 2024 Presentation in English | Saturday | 8am-5pm | 816 Park St Fort Morgan, CO |