by dnl426 | Jun 20, 2022 | Appreciation, Preparedness
Thunderstorms and Lightning Last night we had quite a storm! I woke many times to the sound of thunder and the flash of lightning. When that happens, I often think about how blessed I am to be inside, comfortable, and safe. Lightning is the leading cause of death from...
by dnl426 | Jun 7, 2022 | Preparedness
Why Not Make a Plan? Why are people with disabilities so reluctant to create a plan for responding to disaster? We have the greatest likelihood of not surviving a disaster simply because we are disabled and must contend with that as well as whatever happens during an...
by dnl426 | Apr 11, 2022 | Preparedness
Weathering the Storm I’ve been home this past couple of weeks recovering from surgery and have spent a great deal of my time watching television. I like following the weather station, especially with tornado season starting and mercy, have there been a lot of tornados...
by dnl426 | Mar 31, 2022 | Appreciation, Mental Health, Preparedness
I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends I’ve made no secret of the fact that I have arthritis, and that it has caused me to be disabled. Last week I had a total left hip replacement and as I heal and hopefully regain some of the strength and movement I’d lost, I...
by dnl426 | Mar 17, 2022 | Preparedness
Let’s Be Smart Let’s face it, life is hard! As I get older, I find that so many things are becoming more difficult than they used to be. It’s frustrating because mentally I feel much younger than my body tells me I am. When I stand up, I have to stand for a minute to...
by dnl426 | Jan 10, 2022 | Preparedness
Disaster Preparation for People with Disabilities If you have a disability, you’ll want to be prepared for whatever type of situation you encounter. Here are some suggestions from Ready.gov on items you might want to add to your Go Kit: Tips for Medications Talk to...
