Friday, April 18, 2014

Emergency Preparedness: April is National Financial Capability Month


April is National Financial Capability Month


 

Disasters not only affect community infrastructure and public works, but they often overcome family finances, making recovery difficult and sometimes impossible. Before, during and after disasters strike, we work with a number of non-profit, voluntary and faith-based groups who specialize in getting disaster survivors financially back on their feet.

 

Be financially prepared for emergencies. Start by completing an Emergency Financial First Aid Kit. This document can help you keep track of important documentation, like insurance policy information, so you have clear financial records that will help maintain stability in the event of an emergency.

 

For more information, visit: 


April is National Minority Health Month



 



 

 

 
April Is National Minority Health Month!
 
April is National Minority Health Month (#NMHM14). While the U.S. has come a long way, communities of color continue to cope with health disparities, including in mental health. This year's theme----Prevention Is Power: Taking Action for Health Equity----encompasses many aspects of wellness!
 
There are many ways to get involved:
 
WELLNESS EVENTS
Is your organization or community hosting a wellness-related activity for communities of color? Email your event information to wellness@samhsa.hhs.gov and we'll add it to the Wellness Activities Map!   
 
 

Research Study. May 1-2, 2014


Health Conditions Study

 "Health Conditions"

Shugoll Research is looking for men and women ages 45-64 that have been diagnosed with either hepatitis B or hepatitis C.  The study will be held on Thursday, May 1st and Friday, May 2nd.

If you qualify and participate, you will receive a generous gratuity for your time and opinions.

If you are interested, please click on the link below to take a brief survey:

 

If the link does not work, please copy and paste it entirely into your web browser. We will contact you directly for further screening if you pre-qualify.

If you would prefer to call in and get screened, please call Nancy at

301-215-7248 at extension 352.
 
Feel free to forward this to anyone you think might be interested.

If you know of anyone who would like to join our database, have them sign up at dcfocusgroups.com.

 Thank you for your interest,

 Shugoll Research

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

FEMA RELEASES BENEFIT COST ANALYSIS TOOLKIT VERSION 5.0


FEMA RELEASES BENEFIT COST ANALYSIS TOOLKIT VERSION 5.0

On April 4, 2014, FEMA released the Benefit-Cost Analysis Toolkit Version 5.0 which is now available at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/92923. This toolkit can be used to determine the cost-effectiveness for projects under development for any of FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs. As of April 4, 2014, version 4.8 and version 5.0 are the only allowable versions of the BCA Tool.

Benefit-Cost Analysis is a quantitative procedure that assesses the cost-effectiveness of a hazard mitigation measure by taking a long-term view of avoided future damages as compared to the cost of a project. Applications submitted under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs must use a FEMA-approved Benefit Cost Analysis methodology to demonstrate cost-effectiveness. Cost-effectiveness is typically demonstrated by the calculation of a Benefit Cost Ratio. Projects for which the discounted value of future benefits exceeds the current costs are generally considered cost-effective. Benefits may include avoided damages, loss of function, and displacement.

This toolkit contains a number of new features including the calculation of environmental, social and non-traditional benefits such as volunteer costs, street maintenance costs and National Flood Insurance Program administration and claim costs. FEMA has also updated the life safety values and the methodology for calculating residential displacement costs.

If you have any questions regarding the usage of the tool, please contact the benefit cost helpline at bchelpline@fema.dhs.gov or 1-855-540-6744.

More information on the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program may be found on FEMA’s website at http://www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-grant-program.

Information about the Benefit Cost Analysis can be found at http://www.fema.gov/benefit-cost-analysis.

Deadline May 30, 2014. 2014 FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Awards


april 15, 2014
 

Apply for the 2014 FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Awards Today

The application period for the 2014 FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Awards is now open. Every year we are inspired by the tremendous work being done by so many to prepare their communities for emergencies, or to help their neighbors cope with the effects of a disaster. Our applicants consistently showcase admirable compassion for others, innovative new approaches, and a drive to make a difference in their communities. Download an application, and apply or nominate an individual or organization who inspires you today!  
The awards application period is open through May 30, 2014. All applications must feature achievements taking place between January 1, 2013 and May 30, 2014. Please submit your application to citizencorps@fema.dhs.gov. A distinguished panel of representatives from the emergency management community will select winners in each of the following categories:
·         Outstanding State Citizen Corps Initiatives
·         Outstanding Local Citizen Corps Initiatives
·         Outstanding Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Initiatives
·         Community Preparedness Heroes
·         Outstanding Youth Preparedness Initiatives
·         Awareness to Action
·         Survivor Empowerment and Integration
·         Technological Innovation
·         Preparing the Whole Community
Winners of the 2014 FEMA Individual and Community Preparedness Awards will be announced in Fall 2014 and will be FEMA’s honored guests at a community preparedness roundtable event. As you prepare your application, don’t forget to take a look at previous winners on our website.
We we’re looking forward to hearing about the incredible work that individuals and organizations are doing to make their communities safer, stronger, better prepared, and more resilient! Visit the Awards page on our website for more information on how to apply!
Disclaimer: The reader recognizes that the federal government provides links and informational data on various disaster preparedness resources and events and does not endorse any non-federal events, entities, organizations, services or products. Please let us know about other events and services for individual and community preparedness that could be included in future newsletters by contacting citizencorps@dhs.gov.

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