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As a caregiver, is there a protocol in place to help me decide what actions to take for various disasters?

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Disasters, both natural and man-made, may occur at any time. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, wildfires, flooding, and extreme heat take a particularly devastating toll on older Americans. There are various considerations for each type of disaster, not to mention the type and level of care that your loved one might need.

For more information, visit: http://www.extension.org/pages/Disasters_and_Family_Caregiving.

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