Act of Kindness Post- Hurricane Katrina

Act of Kindness Post- Hurricane Katrina

Anise J. Matteson

September 6, 2005

We have all watched television coverage, read the newspaper, or talked to someone discussing the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

Assistance and “acts of kindness” are slow in coming. At the time of the hurricane, many people had no one to rely on but themselves. Everyone needs to be self-sufficient. You must be prepared.

This reintegrates the importance of clutter management. You will have difficulty quickly locating anything of importance if you need to leave quickly. Moreover, if you are ill or injured it will be difficult for those trying to provide assistance.

San Francisco is a region prone to earthquakes and winter rainstorms—which emphasize the importance of organizing important documents: education, estate, warranties and guarantees, photographs, health records, financial records, property records, and home improvement records.

Everyone should have an Emergency Preparedness Kit:

first aid box (plastic)

index cards (use: Jan.-Dec. or A-Z dividers)

ace bandage with (2) metal fasteners

hinged top soap box

bar soap

stethoscope

blood pressure cuff

flashlight and extra batteries

5 yd. Roll – waterproof adhesive tape

(1) roll-3M Micropore

ace wrap

1 pt. – solution of hydrogen peroxide

1 pt. – solution of isopropyl alcohol 70%

1 bag – cotton balls

11 in. folding ice bag for cold applications

(4) in. width self-adhering elastic bandage

band-aids

tincture of iodine

medications (prescription and non-prescription)

extra eyeglasses contact lenses and care supplies)

health care diary (important personal and medical information)

emergency numbers list i.e.: 9-1-1, Poison Control, Police, Fire Department (Non-emergency), Ambulance (Non-emergency)

Address Book

orthotic supports

tweezers

scissors

first aid book

radio and extra batteries

cell phone and extra batteries

duffel bag with detachable shoulder strap

backpack

small/medium/large drawstring pouches [COLEMAN INNOVATIVE OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT]

Peak 1 Feather 400 model 400B701 STOVE with foldout legs

Peak 5-piece Stainless Steel Cookware TREKKER COOK KIT

1 bx - (10) trash bags (fits up to 32 gal. can)

2 bx – (4) drawstring Tall Kitchen garbage bags (fits up to 13 gal. container)

1 bx – (20) extra strong drawstring bags (fits up to 30 gal cans)

(10) sponges

granite ware:

(4) mugs

(4) bowls

(4) dinner plates

coffee pot

eating utensils

canteen

can opener

cooking fuel

waterproof matches

nonperishable foods

1 gal. – bottled water

lantern

(7) rolls – toilet paper

(4) rolls – paper towels

250 ct. paper napkins

(2) pks. Sanitary napkins

adult diapers

baby diapers

towelettes

hand lotion

toothbrush/toothpaste

deodorant

comb/brush

mirror

safety pins

sewing kit

cash (minimum of $50.00)

pre-Paid Master Card

blank checks

sleeping bag

rope

tarp or tent

all weather blanket

shoes

clothing

stationery (writing tablet and envelopes)

clipboard

pens

folding chair

sun hat

folding umbrella

(2) towel sets

(2) dish towels

dish soap

around the house

12 in. TEMCO steel wrench

1 bx – 4 KANT – TAMP TYPE “S” Fuses, 15 amps 125 volts

1 bx – 5 PLUG FUSES 30 amps 125 volts

fire extinguisher (ABC multipurpose)

shovel

rake

broom

trash pan

mop

bucket

· Store items in a 32-gallon plastic trash can with wheels for easy transport.

· Store items nearby that do not fit in a plastic trash can

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Acknowledgements:

Emergency supplies organized by J. Matteson

List prepared by A. Matteson

Winter will be approaching shortly, it is important for elder caregivers, family members and friends to make sure that the elderly living at-home have warm clothing.

The slogan at MATTESON ELDER CRE SERVICES is “A new day. A new journey.

As we continue on life’s journey, we need life planning tools to meet life’s challenges and prepare us for the unexpected.

Safe travels.