Emergency Preparedness Later In Life - Guest: Joe Kalscheur Journey Ahead

Guest Joe Kalscheur discusses how planning for emergencies might look different for individuals with disabilities or people 50 and older. A disaster or emergency impacting your daily life can happen at anytime, sometimes without warning. Freezing temperatures, tornadoes, floods, fires, and other emergencies mean that everyone should have a plan in place. But if you’re 50 or older or have a disability, there are extra things you need to pay attention to. Thankfully, there are ways you can be prepared to respond safely and recover swiftly. Here to discuss how to plan is Joe Kalscheur, a public health specialist from the Eau Claire City-County Health Department.