Bridging the Gap, How Interprofessional Collaboration Can Support Emergency Preparedness for Children With Disabilities and Their Families: An Exploratory Qualitative Study

• 2023

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• Shelby Flanagan; Julia Sterman; Joseph Merighi; Rachael Batty
PMID: 37118724DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-15580-4

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This study explores how different professionals can work together to help families with children who have disabilities prepare for emergencies. It describes the need for better awareness, education, and collaboration among health workers, safety personnel, and advocacy groups. The research highlights that these families face more risks during disasters due to lack of support. By improving communication and training between various sectors, communities can become more prepared and resilient. Advocacy groups play a key role in connecting families with resources they need during emergencies. The study emphasizes the importance of teamwork in ensuring safety for all community members.

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Hazards: Everyday Emergency; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Civil Defense; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Health Personnel; Interprofessional Relations; Disabled Children; Community Networks; Family Health

Institutions: University of Minnesota; Edinburgh Napier University

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