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One of the most important things that you can do as an individual or as a family is to be prepared.  Are you prepared for an emergency?  Do you know who will take care of who in the event of an emergency?  Do you have a supplies kit ready to go?  Are the batteries in your flashlights good?  Do you have a family plan?  These are just only a few on the important things that you need to consider.  If an emergency occurs, things happen fast.  You cannot be worring about getting supplies at the time.  You need to be prepared.  Please go to the Department of Homeland Security website below and read up on all of the information.  The first place to start is to get the information and make a family plan.  If you need any assistance or have any questions, please contact us and we will be happy to help you.

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Click the four links below to download some check lists and information sheets for your home and family.  All are in Word format.

Emergency Contact Sheet

Family Information Sheet

First Aid Checklist

Supply Checklist

Homeland Security Ready.gov

Connecticut Emergency Preparedness

American Red Cross