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How ready are you for disasters? Tell us what you have and what you need in the 2023 Disaster Resilience Survey of Texans with Disabilities.

 

For information related to this topic that is provided in American Sign Language (ASL), visit our Disaster Resilience Videos in ASL Page.

Disability Rights Texas works to help Texans with disabilities prepare for, and recover from, disasters and emergencies. Below you’ll find information about your rights, how to stay safe, who can help you, and more.

Make sure to sign up for local emergency alerts and have local emergency numbers available in case a disaster strikes.

If you need legal assistance because you believe your rights are being violated, please see our How to Apply for Services page.

Featured Resources

Emergency Ready Sheet

The Emergency Ready Sheet helps people with disabilities keep important information in one place in case a disaster or emergency strikes. Continue reading “Emergency Ready Sheet”

How Do You Prepare for a Disaster?

This video covers what people with disabilities need to know to prepare for a disaster. Learn what to do before, during, and after a disaster. Watch the video “How Do You Prepare for a Disaster?”

Handouts

How to Be Financially Ready for Disasters

Learn how you can be financially ready so you can respond and recover when a disaster strikes. Continue reading “How to Be Financially Ready for Disasters”

Weather & Emergency Alerts for Texans with Disabilities

Weather and emergency alerts can help Texans with disabilities prepare for what’s coming and respond to what happened. Continue reading “Weather & Emergency Alerts for Texans with Disabilities”

Tips for Selecting Weather & Emergency Alerts

Use our tips to help you select weather and emergency alert options that will work for you. Continue reading “Tips for Selecting Weather & Emergency Alerts”

Weather Radios: What People with Disabilities Need to Know

Weather radios can provide accessible weather and emergency alerts for people with disabilities. Continue reading “Weather Radios: What People with Disabilities Need to Know”

Accessibility and Safety During and After a Disaster or Emergency

This handout answers many questions you might have when navigating an emergency or disaster in your community. Continue reading “Accessibility and Safety During and After a Disaster or Emergency”

Housing Rights Information for People with Disabilities Impacted by Natural Disasters

Learn about your rights under the ADA when staying at a hotel or shelter, and also how the Federal Fair Housing Act impacts where you live. Continue reading “Housing Rights Information for People with Disabilities Impacted by Natural Disasters”

Videos

After A Disaster: ID Theft, Scams and Insurance

Anyone can be a target for identity theft and scams after a disaster. Learn what you can do before and after a disaster to protect yourself. Watch the video “After A Disaster: ID Theft, Scams and Insurance”

Disaster Housing Advice

In this video, get advice about how to access housing after a disaster. Learn about the programs available to help you and how to prepare. Watch the video “Disaster Housing Advice”

Disaster Services Provided by the American Red Cross

Learn about the disaster services provided by the American Red Cross and how their services can help people with disabilities recover from disasters. Watch the video “Disaster Services Provided by the American Red Cross”

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