Disaster PrepWise
The Disaster PrepWise program helps individuals and families developed tailored disaster management plans before a disaster or emergency situation happens. As recommended by federal agencies, Disaster PrepWise program uses an all-hazards approach to address various types of emergency situations.
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Disaster PrepWise is a program designed to prepare you and your household for emergency situations like natural disasters, fires, and other disasters that need preparation. If you are interested in this program, please contact the Disaster PrepWise team by calling 319-946-1193 or by email at cph-prepwise@uiowa.edu. For additional information, click here to download a program brochure.
Disaster PrepWise: Caregiving is an ongoing research study to understand disaster preparedness in a caregiving context. If you are a family or friend caring for an individual diagnosed with dementia and interested in taking a part in this study, please contact Maria Donohoe at (319) 384-1498 or by email at cph-caregiverstudy@uiowa.edu. For additional information, click here to download a study flyer.
Disaster PrepWise AmeriCorps is funded by the AmeriCorps Public Health. Disaster PrepWise AmeriCorps members conduct outreach to establish partnerships in community and deliver Disaster PrepWise presentations and programs. If you are interested in more information about this program, please contact the Disaster PrepWise team at cph-prepwise@uiowa.edu.
Upcoming Events
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Disaster PrepWise at Benton County Fair | Benton County Fairgrounds, 1801 2nd Ave, Vinton, IA 52349 | Wednesday, June 25th – Sunday, June 29th |
| Disaster PrepWise at Linn County Fair | Linn County Fairgrounds, 201 Central City Rd, Central City, IA 52214 | Wednesday, June 25th – Sunday, June 29th |
| ISU Extension and Outreach Presentation | ISU Extension and Outreach, 550 N 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA, 50208 | Thursday, July 17th, 12:00 PM |
| Van Horne Public Library Presentation | Van Horne Public Library, 114 Main St, Van Horne, IA 52346 | Thursday, July 17th, 4:00 PM |
| Disaster PrepWise at Johnson County Fair | Johnson County Fairgrounds, 4261 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE, Iowa City, IA 52246 | Saturday, July 19th – Wednesday, July 23rd |
| Vinton Public Library Presentation | Vinton Public Library, 510 2nd Ave, Vinton, IA 52349 | Tuesday, July 22nd, 6:00 PM |
| Disaster PrepWise at the National Senior Games | TBD, Des Moines, IA | Friday, July 25th, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
