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The Broken
Tulip
symbolizes a
life that has
been destroyed
or severely
altered due to
trauma
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2 Flowers Dr.
Mechanicsburg,
PA 17050-1701
Phone:
(717) 766-1616
1-800-822-2358
Fax:
(717) 766-6989
atspa@atspa.org
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I'm
Ready
What is the “I’m Ready!” program?
The
“I’m Ready!” program is a community program that educates children
ages 5 to 12 years on various emergencies and disasters and teaches them
how to respond to these emergencies. The program includes a program
manual and general preparedness
DVD. The program is based on two main sections: General Emergency
Preparedness and Disaster Modules. The General Emergency Preparedness
section shows how to prepare ahead of time for a general emergency,
including information on feelings children may encounter when left alone,
the emergency kit, emergency contacts, and family disaster plans. The
DVD accompanies
the General Emergency Preparedness section. The second half focuses on
Disaster Modules, where children learn about each type of disaster and
ways to respond. The five modules in the program are fire, hurricanes and
flooding, tornadoes, earthquakes, and winter storms.
Why is the “I’m Ready!” program needed?
 Although many
states have laws designed to hold parents accountable for the supervision
of their children, thousands of parents make the decision to leave their
children home alone while they go to work, run errands, etc. Some children
are left home alone, and some are taken care of by an older sibling, who
may still be rather young themselves. While parents are away, emergencies
and disasters can arise that require adult attention and action, and the
children are forced to deal with these emergencies on their own. Many
children do not have the knowledge or emotional maturity to make decisions
during an emergency and it can be very frightening for them. This program
will teach children how to respond to some common disasters and
emergencies, so that they have the knowledge to make good decisions when
left home alone.
Contact:
To learn more
about the “I’m Ready!” program or to receive brochures and
flipcharts, contact ATSPA at (717)
766-1616,
1 (800) 822-2358 or
atspa@atspa.org |
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