Martin County Shelters Hurricane 2019

Martin County Shelters Hurricane 2019

What to bring to a Hurricane Shelter

• Water
• Food
• Clothing and bedding
• Personal items
• Medications
• First-aid supplies
• Important papers
• Miscellaneous items like games, toys, battery powered radios, flashlights, batteries

Martin County Special Needs Shelter includes limited medical oversight and needs such as oxygen, as well as evacuation transportation to and from the shelter. When evacuation orders are issued within the County the registrants are contacted and advised when transportation will arrive to pick them up from a home and take them to a shelter. The program also provides for citizens in need of transportation due to economic difficulties, a disability, or lack of transportation from their home to a shelter. Residents must pre-register and registration must be renewed each year.

Who is Eligible for this Program?

• Martin County residents requiring transportation to and from a designated emergency shelter;
• Residing in an ordered evacuation area, recommended evacuation area, or unsafe residence (mobile/manufactured home), OR;
• Requiring, within the limits of services provided, assistance with mobility, oxygen, routine medication administration, routine health monitoring;
• Residents requiring greater levels of assistance than can be provided by this service such as a hospital bed, hemodialysis, life support equipment, IV chemotherapy, full ventilator, etc. must make alternative plans with the assistance of a physician or healthcare professional.

Here is Martin County PDF for Shelters and Special Shelters

To register online follow these steps! 1. Go to www.martin.fl.us 2. At the list across the top select : Services 3. Then select: Seniors/Vets/Special Needs 4. Followed by: Shelter, Evacuation & Transportation

or you can simply follow this link for info on the special shelter.

I urge all appropriate to sign up now. You can always decide not to go.

Contact the Emergency Management Agency Special Needs Coordinator at (772) 287-1652 Ext 1

Pick the forms up in person at 800 SE Monterey Rd, 2nd fl., Stuart, FL 34994 or at any Library branch.

Preparedness Resources:

• Martin County Emergency Management, Special Needs Evacuation Assistance

https://www.martin.fl.us/SpecialNeeds

Pre-registration for the shelter is required, call 772-287-1652

• Florida Department of Health, Martin County : www.MartinCountyHealth.com

• Emergency Preparedness: Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed www.Ready.gov

Martin County Pet-Friendly Shelter
The application for the special needs shelter

We are still waiting for clarification.

Here’s a list of what you need to bring.

Checklist of Supplies To Bring to the Shelter (For your Pet) In addition to the items you need to bring to the shelter for your own comfort please remember to pack the following items for your pet:

 Properly-fitted collar bearing pet’s current license and identification tag

 Leash

 Portable crate/carrier for your pet – large enough to comfortably accommodate your pet with bedding, food/water bowls and litter plan (if applicable)

 Food/water bowls

 A two-week supply of water and pet food in a watertight container

 Up-to-date health records including:  A recent photo of you with your pet  Proof of rabies and county license (it is encouraged that you consult with your individual veterinary health care provider for recommendations about the use of additional vaccines for the optimal immunity for your pet against contagious disease.

 Your pet’s medications – at least a one month supply  For cats: Cat litter pan with cat litter and/or newspapers, litter scoop, and plastic bags for feces disposal

 Toys and healthy treats and towels

 First aid supplies

Checklist of Supplies To Bring to the Shelter (For Yourself)

 Two blankets and a pillow for each person, along with lawn chairs, cots or sleeping bags  Prescription medications and first-aid kit

 Two or three changes of clothing per person

 Special dietary needs, as well as favorite non-perishable snacks

 Battery operated radio, flashlight (extra batteries)

 (Copies of) Important documents such as: Proof of residence, ID, medical history, insurance papers, emergency contact information, tax documents, etc.

 Personal hygiene items, such as: soap, towel, toothbrush/paste, etc.  Small toys, games and books

 Baby supplies, such as: diapers, bottles, formula, etc.