Resources for Disaster Planning
As a person on dialysis, there are a number of concerns you could have in the event of a disaster. The disaster could be a winter storm, power outage, disease outbreak, sickness or accident that prevents you from getting your treatment. Whatever your situation may be there are a number of online resources that could be of value to you. I have also included some downloadable files as well.
If you need immediate assistance, call the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) help line at 1.855.NKF.CARES (1.855.653.2273) or the Kidney Community Emergency Response (KCER) hotline at 1.866.901.3773.
Here are some links for you to visit.
Emergency Meal Planning - National Kidney Foundation
What to Do in an Emergency if You Need Dialysis - Centers for Disease Control
Getting Care and Medications in an Emergency - Medicare
Dialysis Care After a Disaster - Centers for Disease Control