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Disabled? Know Your Rights in a Disaster!
[Printable Version: Disabled? Know Your Rights In a Disaster! ]
All people with disabilities have civil rights protection in disasters, without exception. (Notice to Emergency Managers recipients of Federal funds on non-discrimination requirements)
You have a right to all disaster alerts & information in a format that is accessible to you. (FCC Accessibility to Emergency Information on Television & Section D- Notification- Alerting the Public to an Emergency)
You have a right to be included in community evacuation transportation plans. (Section E- Emergency Management Under Title II of the ADA)
You have a right to disability services and supports in an accessible community shelter, not transferred to a “special” shelter, hospital or nursing home. (National Council on Disability report: Preserving Our Freedom & Section C- The ADA and Emergency Shelters: Access for All in Disasters)
You have a right to barrier-free shelter and temporary housing. (The ADA and Emergency Shelters: Access for All in Emergencies and Disasters)
You have the right to keep your service animal with you throughout evacuation, sheltering and temporary housing. (Section I: Ensure Access for Individuals with Disabilities who use Service Animals)
You have a right to advocate for your needs and file an official complaint.
File civil rights complaints by emailing fema-civilrightsoffice@fema.dhs.gov | 202-212-3535 and crcl@dhs.gov | 202-401-1474 | 1-866-644-8360 (toll free) | TTY: 1-866-644-8361 (toll free)
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