Disaster Preparedness for Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides information on how families of children with special healthcare needs can prepare for potential emergencies and disasters in their area and identify what each child would need to safely prepare for and cope with the disaster.

AAP provides emergency preparedness information and resources, including:

• Tips for helping children cope and adjust after a disaster
• Links to organizations like the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital offering booklets, checklists and other resources you can print or download
• Videos on preparing for an emergency or potential disaster