Disaster Preparedness Among Michigan's Licensed Child Care Programs

• 2018

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• Megan Chang; Stuart Bradin; Andrew Hashikawa
PMID: 27482966DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/pec.0000000000000783

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This study employed a survey to assess disaster management plans in child care programs in Michigan. Surveys were sent to directors of registered child care centers. Most programs had plans, but lacked accommodations for special needs children, family/child identification, and evacuation routes. Few collaborated with local organizations. Recommendations include more partnerships and training on disaster preparedness.

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Hazards: Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child Care; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Michigan; Resource Allocation; Health Care Surveys; Surveys and Questionnaires

Institutions: University of Michigan

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