Guidance on Planning for Personal Assistance Services in General Population Shelters

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The document provides guidance for planning Personal Assistance Services (PAS) in general population shelters. It describes the need to support children and adults with disabilities during emergencies, ensuring they receive equal care. The guidance includes defining PAS, identifying resources, training providers, and legal foundations like the ADA. It emphasizes using community resources and volunteers to offer services such as grooming, eating, and communication assistance. The goal is to ensure people with disabilities can stay in regular shelters rather than being separated into special needs facilities during disasters or emergencies.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Emergency Managers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Disabled Persons; Health Services Accessibility; Needs Assessment; Emergency Shelter

Institutions: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

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