Appendix C - PLANNING FOR A SUCCESSFUL DISASTER RECOVERY - Individuals & FamiliesIndividuals & Families_43268dd0-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f607_43268ede-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f607_43269082-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f607PreparednessPrepare in advance for recovery from disasters_43269136-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071Individuals who prepare for their recovery help their community's recovery as well. Families and individuals are encouraged to:PlanDevelop an individual or family plan (that includes pets if appropriate) for disaster recovery._432691e0-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.1KnowledgeBecome knowledgeable about hazards and hazard locations in and around home, work and the community._4326928a-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.2Risk & MitigationSelf-assess risk exposure and incorporate mitigation practices._432693ac-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.3InsurancePurchase and maintain appropriate and adequate levels of insurance for potential hazards in the area._43269456-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.4Collaboration & OutreachWork with others to prepare and reach out to those who may need assistance._43269500-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.5SkillsAcquire and maintain survivability skills such as first aid._432695a0-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6071.6RecoveryTake personal responsibility in recovery efforts._43269640-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6072Disaster recovery begins with individuals and families with an emphasis on personal responsibility in preparedness and recovery efforts. Individuals and families are encouraged to:FamilyTake charge of managing individual and family (including pets where appropriate) recovery._432696e0-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6072.1CommunityParticipate in post-disaster community recovery planning._4326978a-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6072.2OutreachWork with others to reach out to those who may need assistance._4326982a-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6072.3Public InvolvementEngage in public involvement opportunities on specific recovery projects._432698d4-9a08-11e4-b8f9-17f86096f6072.42015-01-11http://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1820-25045-5325/508_ndrf.pdfOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net