Rita Fiero, Editor Disaster Preparedness and Disability" pamphlet contains many links for specific disabilities. A beginning guide for developing a church disaster plan jointly with persons of varying disabilities. This resource contains many links for specific disabilities. For example, that for service dogs reads: Service Animals First Aid for Animals and "Are Persons With Disabilities Prepared For Disasters?" by Rita Fiero Order free at UCC Resources 800-537-3394 or by contacting Florence Coppola, executive for national disaster ministries, UCC, 700 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115; e-mail: coppolaf@ucc.org.

Resources for Guide and Support Dogs in Emergency The care and safety of Guide and Support Dogs in an emergency situation is more demanding than for a pet. These special servants maintain the safety and independence of their master and are trained to be vigilant and faithful regardless of their own physical danger. Special considerations must be given to the Disaster Preparedness and Recovery of Guide and Support Dogs. Missouri Support Dogs & K-9 Services Rebecca Fiero, Director American Veterinary Medical Association AVMA

Persons experienced with disability, first responders and emergency workers need to be in conversation, says Rita Fiero. Read the article: Are persons with disabilities prepared for disasters?