BID-423 — Preparedness for Vulnerable PO
There are few things in life that are certain, but of this you can be sure, preparation to save the life of another human being is never a waste of time. This seminar emphasizes the importance of being prepared and how to be proactive when a disaster occurs. The vulnerabilities of older residents will be discussed along with strategies to address their special needs and the role and responsibility of staff members. §Facility preparedness planning §Mental health issues in vulnerable populations §Pre/during/post event responsibilities for residents §Vulnerability and care strategies for the older resident §Identifying cultural differences among elder residents §Developing system-wide partnership for safe evacuation §Practicing your plan