Plan, Prepare, and Help Your Neighbors

When a storm is on the horizon, it's not easy for everyone to rush out of their homes to prepare. Nearly half of all Americans will find themselves leaning on their neighbors before and after a disaster strikes. A little bit of empathy can work wonders, and community preparedness is a shared responsibility that calls for everyone's involvement. So, let's roll up our sleeves and get ready for action with these community strategies. 🤝

🏡Neighborly Check-Ins

How about starting with a friendly chat with your neighbors? Find out how you can lend a hand and vice versa. Before rushing to the store, make it a habit to ask your neighbor if they need anything. You see, relying on public transportation or waiting for a ride can hinder a person from being able to adequately prepare for a storm. 🛒

⚡Building Bonds Before the Storm

Don't wait for an emergency to start building those connections. Power outages might make it impossible to reach out to the neighbors who might need your help the most. So, make an effort to get to know your community members before the storm clouds gather. That way, you'll have a better idea of who might need a helping hand as soon as the storm passes. 🌩️

🤲Lend a Hand Through Volunteering

Volunteering in your community can make a world of difference for those severely impacted by a disaster. The lessons from past catastrophes have shown us that collective preparation and working together can lead to a safer tomorrow. 🌅

Want to know more about how you can support your community? Check out these fantastic organizations dedicated to disaster relief:

• Community Emergency Response Teams 🚑
• American Red Cross 🏥
• Meals on Wheels 🍽️
• National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster 🤝

🦸Empower Yourself to Empower Others 

With the right training and a willing heart, anyone can step in and help a neighbor in need. When neighbors come together, the whole community can respond and recover effectively, ensuring everyone's needs are met. 🌍 

For more tips on preparing for natural disasters, don't forget to explore our Hurricane Quick Guide packed with faqs and resources to help you Before, During and After a storm.

Contact your Prepared insurance agent to make sure you have the home, auto, and flood coverage you need to weather any storm.