If you live in the Midwest, you may have been affected by the flooding that is hitting this part of the country. Even if you aren’t, now’s as good a time as any to think about how well prepared you are for an emergency. Whether it’s a flood or a tornado, a hurricane or a natural gas leak, a train derailment leaking toxic fumes or an earthquake, we live in a world where natural disasters and accidents can and do happen. These are, thankfully, rare events, but if one should happen, would you be ready to evacuate on a moment’s notice? Unfortunately, few of us would be.

Considering those of us with autistic children often have special requirements when it comes to leaving home, we need to be more prepared than the average family. For instance, if your child is on a special diet and you needed to evacuate, how easy would it be for you to get food your child could eat? What other things does your child need to be successful outside the home? A communication device? A special toy? Someone who understands his or her special needs?

By taking a few simple steps, you can be prepared for an event such as this.

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