In the Face of Disaster - Considerations for Older Adults

12/12/2022 14 min Episodio 436
In the Face of Disaster - Considerations for Older Adults

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Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. Amy Kostelic, Extension Specialist for Adult Development and Aging

Season 5, Episode 17

In the Face of Disaster, a new publication series created by a group of Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, seeks to provide Kentuckians with the resources they need to prepare before disasters strike and the skills to cope in the aftermath of these life changing events.
Dr. Amy Kostelic guides listeners through the process that emergency plans are in place for older adults who may have physical, cognitive, or mobility challenges.  She share tips for ensuring that everyone involved in the care of those living in facilities or in homes is prepared should a disaster occur.

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