Five Interrelated Strategic goals
The National Mass Care Strategy is based on five interrelated strategic goals,. Build Scalability into Service Delivery Create an integrated National Mass Care Plan Support local and state engagement in building mass care capacity (gap analysis) Implement strategies for tiered response to expand available mass care resources Improve the effectiveness of disaster exercises in building […]
Mass Care As an Open System
Mass Care As an Open System The majority of local, state, and federal government resources are primarily focused on life-saving activities such as fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical response, while nongovernmental and faith-based organizations have focused on mass care services. Engagement of the Whole Community in building mass care capacity is vital to increasing national response capability. Day-to-day community […]
Guiding Principles for a National Mass Care Strategy: State and Local Approach
The National Mass Care Strategy includes five guiding principles, which will be implemented through
a state and local government–focused engagement.
General Mass Care Guidance
Multi-Agency Pandemic Sheltering Job Aid
The Multi-Agency Pandemic Sheltering Job Aid was developed through the coordinated efforts of planners and practitioners from various agencies that participated in a pandemic shelter working group. This document addresses the unique planning, preparedness and operational considerations and actions associated with conducting congregate, non-congregate sheltering and evacuee support activities in a pandemic environment. You can […]