Adair County, Missouri: Option 1- Emergency Management Access and Functional Needs Disability Awareness Training
- Date:
- October 16, 2023 – October 17, 2023
- Time:
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Location:
- SB40 Community Learning Center
1107 County Club Drive
Kirksville, MO 63501
Niagara University Disability Awareness Training has received funding from the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council to educate anyone involved in emergency planning, preparedness, response, and recovery as it pertains to individuals with disabilities and access and functional needs. NU has tailored a presentation that identifies the responsibilities of both emergency management personnel and disability advocates during an emergency. This program will introduce the four modules necessary for proper response that include Disability Awareness Training, the Americans with Disabilities Act specific to Emergency management, emergency plan content, and Inclusive Planning and Active Participation. This program is also in Nebraska, Louisiana, South Dakota, and New York.