MYSAFE:LA OLDER ADULT SAFETY PROGRAM
Los Angeles, California, USA.
Program Description
“When it comes to home safety and disaster preparedness, older adults have the same objectives as the rest of us stay safe, be prepared. But some older adults face challenges making their living place safer, or preparing for disasters like wildfires and earthquakes.”
“Older adults, people 55 years and older, are at higher risk of being injured or dying in house fires.”
-mysafela.org
MySafe:LA provides disaster and emergency preparedness training in-person to older adults in senior communities such as senior living, community centers, older adult clubs, groups and others. Presentations may include visits with local first responders.
The MySafe:LA Older Adult Safety Program teaches older adults about what to do in case of emergency, disaster or accidents.
Topics covered include:
- Fire Safety.
- Fall Prevention.
- Earthquake Preparedness.
- Cooking Safety.
- Smoke Alarm Installation and Maintenance.
- Disaster Awareness and Family Escape Planning.
MySafe:LA promotes fire prevention and disaster preparedness for seniors and other at-risk groups.
source: mysafela.org
Senior Safety
Elderly Emergency Response
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KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY FOR OLDER ADULTS |
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WHAT TO PACK IN AN EMERGENCY KIT IN CASE OF EARTHQUAKE OR WILDFIRE DISASTER |
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ESCAPE PLAN FOR SENIORS IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE |
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