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360Coach Brandon Check-In 10/13/2025
💙 Time to Refresh -- or Start -- Your Disaster Preparedness Plan
Each season brings its own set of challenges, and now’s the perfect time to pause, check in, and make sure you’re ready for whatever may come your way. Storms, power outages, and unexpected events can happen without warning -- but preparation helps us stay calm, confident, and connected.
If you’re new to your diagnosis or a caregiver just beginning this journey, you may not have thought about creating a plan yet -- and that’s okay! These guides can help you feel more confident and prepared if you ever need to take quick action.
Let’s take this time to prepare together:
📝 Pull out your plan -- or start one today. Take a few minutes to review or create your Disaster Preparedness Plan. Update your emergency contacts, healthcare providers, and oxygen supplier information.
🔋 Check your supplies. Go through your medications, oxygen equipment, batteries, and chargers. Replace anything that’s expired or running low.
🎒 Pack smart. Keep a “go bag” ready with copies of important documents, your medication list, phone numbers, a flashlight, and comfort items that make you feel at ease.
🤝 Share your plan. Let your caregiver, family, or trusted neighbor know how to help you if an emergency happens. Even small conversations now can make a big difference later.
💻 Stay informed. Sign up for local alerts or weather notifications, and keep your devices charged in case of power loss.
The COPD Foundation offers printable Disaster Preparedness Plan templates and easy-to-follow guides to help you get started:
👉https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Downloads-Library#DisasterPrepared
Let’s use this week to check in and support one another. Whether you’re updating your plan or building one for the first time
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We’re getting into the seasons where these plans can really come in handy. ⛈️
I hope everyone can take a little time to complete or update theirs — in hopes you never have to use it, but if you do, may it give you peace of mind knowing you’ve put thought and care into your preparedness. 💙
Preparedness is far better than dealing with the additional stress of not being prepared. I bought an extra flashlight, non electric cellphone charger and a few other items after reviewing the list.
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