Reflecting on how to connect with my neighbors, it became clear that there would be widely varying responses to my initiating a dialog regarding disaster preparedness. Thus, doing significant research and planning would be warranted prior to any public presentation.
Mental preparation likely encompasses:
- Considering realistic scenarios (updated, current information)
- Identifying areas of provision needed (“everyday carry”, journey/”Go” bag, shelter-in-place supplies)
- Prioritizing what time, energy and financial resources you are willing to invest in preparedness
Physical preparation can mean:
- Taking time for building your bodily strength, flexibility and endurance
- Making a shopping/procurement list for items needed
- Designating containers and storage space, and gathering and organizing supplies
Spiritual readiness is very personal and may include:
- Working on honest self-assessment
- Staying connected with those you trust
- Taking care of ‘unfinished business’ (ref. medical) Dr. Ira Byock - http://irabyock.org/
In the event of a disaster scenario affecting the whole neighborhood,
three types of individual preparation would be important to consider.
Mental preparation likely encompasses:
- Considering realistic scenarios (updated, current information)
- Identifying areas of provision needed (“everyday carry”, journey/”Go” bag, shelter-in-place supplies)
- Prioritizing what time, energy and financial resources you are willing to invest in preparedness
Physical preparation can mean:
- Taking time for building your bodily strength, flexibility and endurance
- Making a shopping/procurement list for items needed
- Designating containers and storage space, and gathering and organizing supplies
Spiritual readiness is very personal and may include:
- Working on honest self-assessment
- Staying connected with those you trust
- Taking care of ‘unfinished business’ (ref. medical) Dr. Ira Byock - http://irabyock.org/
(To whom would you say,
“Please forgive me.”
“I forgive you.”
“Thank you.”
“I love you.”?)
“Please forgive me.”
“I forgive you.”
“Thank you.”
“I love you.”?)
An introductory meeting with one neighbor proved delightful, as we sensitively and respectfully explored what we as members of this retirement community were likely facing, given the recent alerts regarding the Cascadia Subduction Zone. We tossed around ideas/possible scenarios regarding how and when to connect with others of like mind in the 250-person complex. It seemed good to us to think about floor-by-floor preparedness with a view to sharing resources among floor residents in the event that we were stranded with no outside help available for any length of time.
