Each September, communities across the nation recognize National Preparedness Month, a reminder of the importance of being ready in the event of a disaster or emergency. Here in Laguna Woods Village, preparedness is especially important given the unique needs of our community.
Emergencies can happen with little warning, whether it’s a power outage, wildfire, earthquake or severe weather. Being prepared means taking simple but effective steps to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you:
- Have your “go bag” ready: Keep a bag packed with essential items such as a flashlight, batteries, copies of important documents, extra clothing and other necessities in case you need to leave quickly.
- Stock food, water and medications: Keep at least seven days’ worth of food, water and prescription medications on hand.
- Write down emergency contacts: Don’t rely solely on your phone. Write down the phone numbers of family, friends, caregivers and doctors, and store them in your wallet and in your go bag.
- Communicate with neighbors: If you have access or functional needs, notify your neighbors so they can check in and assist if needed. Strong neighbor-to-neighbor connections can make a critical difference during a disaster.
Good Neighbor Captain Meeting
As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and preparedness, the Security Services Department will host a Good Neighbor Captain meeting at Clubhouse 2 (24112 Moulton Parkway) on Tuesday, October 7, from 10 a.m. to noon.
The Good Neighbor Captain program is designed to build community resilience by empowering residents to look out for one another during emergencies. If you are interested in becoming a Good Neighbor Captain or learning more about how you can support your neighbors, we encourage you to attend. For more information, about the program, email disasterprep@vmsinc.org or call 949-597-4237. Click here to view the registration form.
Preparedness is a community effort. Together, we can ensure Laguna Woods Village remains safe, connected and resilient in times of need.
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