Category: Emergency Preparedness

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10 Must-Know Safety Rules for Kids near Water

As part of our summer safety series, we have a guest blog from Alexandra T. Greenhill to ensure your kids stay safe near the water. Alexandra is a physician and a mother of three, as well as the co-founder of Careteam, an integrated patient-centered platform for proactive team-based care.   10 #mustknow safety rules for...

Managing Allergies in Camps After School Programs
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Managing Allergies in Camps and After School Programs

Did you know that 5.6 million American kids under 18 have food allergies? That’s roughly 1 in 13 kids – or 2 kids in every classroom! And that’s just food allergies. Children can suffer from a wide range of allergies, whether due to insect stings, medication, or seasonal and environmental changes. For parents of kids...

Fall Program Industry Report
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Embracing & Managing Change in Parks & Recreation during COVID-19

Parks & Recreation departments across North America are having to adapt and pivot their day-to-day activities as a direct result of the pandemic. As a direct consequence, many agencies are adopting novel strategies and programs. In a recent feature published in Parks & Recreation Magazine, the NRPA’s monthly magazine, some interesting snippets were quoted from...

Safety in Adaptive Recreation Programs
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Safety In Adaptive Recreation Programs

Adaptive, or inclusive, recreation allows those with illnesses, disabilities, and other conditions to participate in recreational activities. Through the use of activity modifications, technology, and/or assistance, these programs can help everyone enjoy recreation safely and appropriately to enhance their health, functional abilities, independence, and way of life. Whether your organization has dedicated Adaptive Recreation programming...

What is CPR
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What is CPR?

The American Heart Association defines Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as “…an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating…” and is the most immediate form of care for anyone in cardiac arrest. Heart Attack or Cardiac Arrest? Before we get into the details of CPR, it’s important to know the difference between sudden cardiac arrest,...

How To Communicate With Your Family In An Emergency
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How To Communicate With Your Family In An Emergency

A core element to our general emergency preparedness plans is a plan to communicate with family members when we’re not together. Whether you happen to be separated outside the home when a crisis occurs or you simply don’t reside with your immediate family members, knowing when and how to communicate when the time comes should...

Your Organization & COVID-19
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Your Organization & Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The current situation around the new Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has everyone on high alert. Constant updates and developments can be overwhelming as you try to determine what impact this situation will have on your organization. We know that you always prioritize the safety of your participants, and now the focus is on making sure that...

Emergency Preparedness for Pre-Schoolers
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Emergency Preparedness for Preschoolers

Pre-school is an important part of every child’s educational development and parents rely on childcare professionals to ensure their safety while they attend school. Part of this includes emergency preparedness for preschoolers which, while similar to other school preparedness efforts, needs to be adjusted slightly for this younger age group. Identify Potential Classroom Emergencies Classroom...