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Volume 16 ent, based on where you live, what kind of di- sasters are likely to affect you, and what types of care your family may need. September 2017 Edition But you can help keep them safe by planning ahead. Ready.gov is a great place to start.” – Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine Duke (Here’s an easy way to be a hero: Prepare for your family in advance of aa disaster. Courtesy of FEMA and YouTube) Disasters can be overwhelming to think about, but don’t wait until it’s too late to ask yourself hard questions, and come up with good answers. Visit Ready.gov, which can help you create an emergency plan that fits your family and unique circumstances best. Once you’ve made a plan, practice it. (Be Informed, Make a Plan, Build a Kit and Get Involved. Courtesy of FEMA and YouTube) National Preparedness Month We should all take action to prepare! We are all able to help first responders in our community by training how to respond during an emergency and what to do when disaster strikes — where we live, work, and visit. The goal of National Preparedness Month (NPM) is to increase the overall number of individuals, families, and communities that engage in pre- paredness actions at home, work, business, school, and place of worship. (Winging it is not an emergency plan. Talk to your kids about who to call, where to meet, what to pack. Be Your Families Hero. Courtesy of FEMA and YouTube) When disaster strikes, you may only have a few minutes to react, so make sure everyone in your family knows what to do and where to go. You can’t replace your loved ones. Would you like to advertise in our next digital magazine addition? Contact our lead Ad rep at [email protected] or call 646.450.6027 67