Help others in an emergency

While being personally prepared is an important aspect of emergency preparedness, research has shown that community connections are key to speeding up recovery and improving resiliency. The more diverse the connections are, the better. Building connections locally with your neighbors and community organizations is a great place to start. 

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Knowing your neighbors and neighborhood will help identify strengths and vulnerabilities should an emergency occur. The following resources can help you get started. 

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State Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) are associations of organizations that lead disaster response efforts, communicate urgent needs to the National VOAD network, and provide assistance to communities affected by disasters. These organizations include faith-based organizations, community-based organizations (CBO), private, and non-governmental organizations. Visit the Washington VOAD website for more information about local efforts.

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During a disaster response, impacted communities depend heavily on local and national volunteer organizations to provide supplies and trained volunteers. There are many ways you can get involved including: 

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Helping hands

Make a plan

Build a kit

Contact information

The Clark County Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response team is here to answer questions you may have. Email us for more information.