Ready Seniors Virtual Workshop

Event Description: 

ACL is hosting a virtual workshop to address the impact on services for older adults who depend on community service providers for basic needs and social supports during a major disaster. ACL has partnered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region II to provide a workshop to better prepare area agencies on aging (AAAs) and other organizations who provide support services for older adults for emergencies. Topics for the workshop include:

  • Continuity Basics and Preparedness Messaging
  • Preparedness Planning for Seniors
  • Disaster Mental Health Issues for Seniors
  • State Unit on Aging/Area Agency on Aging Case Studies
  • Discussion Modules

This workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET.

Dates: 
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 - 10:00am to 3:30pm EST
Status: 
Sponsor: 
Administration for Community Living