Category Archives: Summer
Inclusion Aboard Icon of the Seas
By: Andrea Chavarriaga My name is Andrea Chavarriaga, and I am a high school sophomore sharing my experience aboard Icon of the Seas and how accessibility helps create a more inclusive travel experience for everyone. When I recently went on a cruise on the Icon of the Seas, I noticed how much cruise ships… Read More »
Representation in Musicals + My Recommendations
More than anything, this class taught me to look beyond whether disability is simply present in a story and instead ask how it is represented.
A Playground for Everyone
That is why accessible playgrounds are so important. They are made so that more kids can play together. Some have ramps instead of stairs, swings with extra support, sensory toys, and smoother ground. These changes help more kids join in, instead of being left out.
Hurricane Season: Prepare Before the Storm
For people with disabilities, emergencies can affect more than shelter and supplies. Power outages, transportation changes, communication barriers, service interruptions, and limited access to medication or medical equipment can all impede staying safe and accessing needed support. Planning ahead can help reduce stress and make emergencies easier to manage.
Preparation does not need to happen all at once. Start by thinking about the things you use every day and what you would need if you had to leave quickly or stay home for several days.
Communication Strategies: Hurricane Preparedness
It is important to plan ahead for yourself and your loved ones. You can do this by staying informed during hurricane season. Three strategies we recommend are using weather updates, social media, and having a communication plan with family or loved ones.
Florida Special Needs Shelters: What You Need to Know
Hurricane Season is June – November Be prepared! If you or a loved one has a disability, it’s important to know your shelter options and plan ahead. Don’t Wait – Register Now.
Spaces are limited and may fill up fast during a storm.
Hurricane Preparedness: Emergency & Evacuated Assistance Program (EEAP)
With hurricane season approaching, make sure to get ahead by registering for the Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP). This program is designed to provide evacuation support to residents that may need specialized transportation assistance or those whose medical needs prevent them from evacuating themselves.
DID YOU KNOW?: HURRICANE SEASON (emergency shelters)
In the case of an evacuation, you must be prepared to go to a safe zone or transport yourself to an emergency shelter. Emergency shelters accept all people of all abilities as long as they are open, but if you require additional assistance you may want to look into the Emergency and Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) or registering at a Special Needs Shelter.
Did You Know? Emergency and Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP)
The Emergency and Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) provides free transportation and evacuation assistance for those who have access or functional needs. Specifically, the EEAP provides specialized transportation, safe shelter, medical monitoring, and wellness checks for those who may have extra medical needs.
Did You Know? Hurricane Season (emergency kit)
An emergency kit is a toolbox that should be catered to each individual’s needs. It should contain items you will need in your daily life, and it is recommended that at minimum, you pack enough to last you three days to a week’s worth of necessities.
