Join Retired Fire Chief Bill Steele, (DAC NW Volunteer) as he presents vital information on smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, how to build your To Go Bag in case of emergency evacuation, making sure fire crews can access your property and building a defensible space around your home. For more information call 208457-3891
Presented by Disability Action Center NW. Learn essential emergency skills and health tips to Keep yourself safe and independent in an emergency. A lite lunch and drinks will be provided. Resource fair, speakers, and free raffle prizes.
Learn from the experts! Dick Zollars, National Ski Patrol Instructor for 35 years, Loma Bruya, OEC trained Ski Patrol, Kevin Owens, Whitman County CERT Program Manager. What you will learn: Cold weather survival skills: preparing your home, car and self for extreme cold Recognizing and treating cold related injuries: Frostbite and hypothermia Hands on exercises:...
How many times have you wished you could put your hands on an important document only to find you have no idea where it is? You can get your financial paperwork "ducks in a row" with the tools you need from this workshop. They cover topics of why it is important to have it organized,...
Join DAC NEW at this event to become better prepared for an emergency. Hosted by Simone Ramel-McKay. Lunch will be provided. Plus emergency kits, raffle, give aways, and resources. Be sure to fill out the reservation form. A virtual Zoom option is also available. American Sign Language and closed captions will be provided. If you...
In her new book, Disabled Power, Angela Frederick tells the stories of people with disabilities who endured the 2021 Texas power crisis, which forced millions of residents to endure a dayslong winter storm without heat or water. Frederick highlights how disabled people and those with chronic health conditions are uniquely harmed when critical infrastructure such...
In a crisis, people with disabilities shouldn't just be "accounted for" - we should be understood, respected, and heard. At this session first responders want your lived experience on safe evacuation power wheelchairs, how to communicate, and respecting service animals. You can learn how to effectively advocate for yourself in an emergency setting. You can...
Join DAC NW for an Emergency Preparedness Workshop. You will learn how to prepare for an evacuation, what needs to consider if you are disabled, home fire safety, and protecting yourself from smoke. FREE "To Go" Buckets while supplies last.
Are you ready if a disaster or emergency happens? Join us to hear items you may want to have ready, share your ideas and leave with a FREE kit, while supplies last.
Are you ready if a disaster or emergency happens? Join us to hear items you may want to have ready, share your ideas and leave with a FREE kit, while supplies last.