Disaster Preparedness

BE PREPARED! Know what to do in case of an emergency (earthquake, flood, fire, power outage) or a medical/dialysis emergency. Individuals on dialysis are very vulnerable at times like these, when communication systems and transportation systems may be disrupted and emergency rooms may be overcrowded. Knowing how to be ready in case of emergencies can help you survive until help arrives. Click on the sites below to find out what you can do.

California Home Webpage
Tip sheets provided in English and Spanish to help residents of California prepare for an earthquake, with content designed for the disabled

Emergency Meal Planning
Why you need an Emergency Meal Plan - NKF

Emergency Meal Planning for Diabetics
Emergency Meal Planning for Diabetics - NKF

Emergency Preparedness for Dialysis Patients
Information and resources for dialysis patients - Network 18

Emergency Preparedness for Dialysis Professionals
Link to the Network 18 page with links and information for providers.

Emergency Public Service Announcement
As a dialysis patient, do you know what to do in the event of an emergency such as fire, flooding, and acts of terrorism? Learn more of what you should know and what you can do to plan ahead.

Prepare.org
government sponsored website with information on preparing for disasters - designed for people with disabilities, and provided in many languages

Preparing for Emergencies: A guide for People on Dialysis
CMS Booklet to help dialysis patients prepare for an emergency, including emergency diet plan and worksheets to organize key information

Preparing for Emergencies: A Guide for People on Dialysis
Preparing for Emergencies: A Guide for People on Dialysis (book)

Preparing for Emergencies: A guide for People on Dialysis (In Spanish)
CMS Booklet (in Spanish) to help dialysis patients prepare for an emergency, including emergency diet plan and worksheets to organize key information

Tips on How a Dialysis Facility and Patients Can Prepare For an Emergency
Article on Kidney Times by ESRD Network 18 Quality Improvement Director

What if I need Dialysis During an Emergency?
Informative article for dialysis patients describing what to do in an emergency situation