UppRise Family Emergency Preparedness Services
Stay Safe When Disaster Strikes
Emergencies don’t wait—and neither should your preparedness plan. UppRise’s Family Emergency Preparedness Program equips vulnerable seniors and individuals with disabilities in York County with the tools, training, and tailored support they need to face disasters confidently.
What We Provide
1. Personal Emergency Kits
Every kit includes:
- 🔦 LED flashlight with extra batteries
- 🔋 Portable power bank for medical devices (e.g., oxygen concentrators)
- 📞 Laminated emergency contact list (family, doctors, UppRise)
- 🚰 3-day water pouches + non-perishable food
- 🩹 First-aid supplies + 7-day medication organizer
- ✅ Custom add-ons: Whistles, thermal blankets, or N95 masks as needed
Did You Know?
“48% of seniors lack an emergency kit, and 60% haven’t practiced an evacuation plan.”
— Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
2. Customized Preparedness Plans
Our specialists work 1:1 with you to:
- 🏠 Create shelter-in-place protocols for storms/extreme heat.
- 🚘 Design evacuation routes accounting for mobility challenges.
- 📱 Set up emergency alerts (text/Smart911 system).
3. Community Disaster Drills
In partnership with:
We host:
- Free biannual workshops (e.g., “Power Outage Preparedness for Medical Needs”).
- Home safety checks to identify risks (e.g., fall hazards during evacuations, Smoke detector replacement in partnership with the American Red Cross).
Success Stories
“When Hurricane Ida hit, my oxygen machine’s backup battery died. UppRise’s kit kept me safe for 3 days until help arrived.”
— Mr. Thompson, 78, York City (Kit recipient, 2023)
“The evacuation drill taught my mom exactly what to grab when her building’s fire alarm went off. She stayed calm because she’d practiced!”
— Sarah, caregiver
By the Numbers
✅ 92% of kit recipients report feeling more secure.
✅ 3x faster emergency response times for clients with our plans.
✅ 100+ York County households trained in 2024.
Get Prepared Today
- Request Your Kit: Free for low-income seniors; $25 subsidized cost for others.
- Attend a Workshop: Next session: June 15, 2024 (York County Senior Center).
- Schedule a Home Assessment: Call (717) 555-SAFE or email info@upprise.org.
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Why This Matters
*”Seniors are 2.5x more likely to die in disasters due to mobility/health challenges.”*
— American Public Health Association
With UppRise, you’re not just getting supplies—you’re gaining a lifeline.
“Preparing today protects your tomorrow.”
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