Motivating people to prepare for disasters is challenging.  That is why West Slope Foundation has worked really hard to develop a Free Workshop Series with a new approach that is practical, simple, productive and at the same time fun.  At the end of the eight sections, we want people to breathe a sigh of relief, knowing they upped their odds of surviving a disaster. 

 

Each section will provide participants newly developed, easy to use checklists, information signs and necessary forms to make the evacuation and recovery process less stressful.  Participants will be going home with items after each session such as a packed full Go Bag, reflective house number sign, emergency cards, evacuation tote and so much more that will get them one step closer to being in good shape to tackle a disaster head on. 

 

Individuals who have lived through disasters, as well as experts in the field of disaster management, will share their relatable experiences.  Their intent is not to scare people, but rather to pass along the mistakes they made and what they managed to do right.  We can guarantee the sections will not be your typical sitting in a dark room watching a power point presentation while someone talks, probably saying things you have already heard one too many times.  Fun, beneficial, thought provoking and interactive activities are scheduled for each session, to include a Treasure Hunt, Preserving Precious Photos, an Obstacle Course and so many more.  Participants will find that the 4-hour sections will go by quickly and they will leave feeling empowered to continue taking the steps to be better prepared for any future disasters.

 

Fire season is here, and we all have to face the fact any of us could be the next victims.  Therefore, we encourage you to push procrastination aside and join us in getting you and our community prepared.  We can promise that one day you will be grateful you made this investment of time to protect all that matters most to you.

 

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