Standard shelters are designed for the general population: those who are independent and do not require medical assistance. Many evacuees do not meet this criteria. They may require periodic observation, minor medical care or attention to other special needs. Were all special needs evacuees to be transferred to hospitals and nursing homes, these facilities would be incapable of attending to both the evacuees and their general patient population.
Sample layout for a special medical needs shelter.
Deployment of a special medical needs sheltering strategy can ensure that vulnerable populations receive appropriate care while decompressing healthcare facilities so that they can provide critical treatment to those who need it most.
Global ER will work with your jurisdiction to develop specific sheltering strategies tailored to persons with special medical needs. By carefully defining operational strategies, components and just-in-time training, we’ll help create a world-class shelter system for your jurisdiction.
