To any of our Gulf Coast members:
I know that we have several who are in the hurricane's path in the Gulf Coast. If you are a survivor and you are coming to East TN to flee Gustav please contact us. Alternately, if you evacuated to the Knoxville RC Shelter you can ask for us there.
If you are in or need to be in a Domestic Violence shelter and are in the hurricane's path please let us know. We'll do whatever we can to help. The advocates working the local shelters arno doubt also hard at work to help you locate a safer area.
Please remember to bring all paperwork with you.
Orders of protection, child custody, school documents, divorce decree, marriage license, Green cards, insurance cards, identification... Any legal papers that you would need bring them if you can.
If you take medication bring the bottles. This may help you get refills.
Moms, don't forget to bring baby formula, diapers and special comfort toys. Pack snacks for the road and include water. However much you think you'll need, double it at least. There could be long lines and delays and businesses will run out of certain items fast.
Take cash out of the bank. Put it in a safe place. You may want to carry it with you in at least two separate containers. If you loose the stash in your purse or diaper bag you'll have your second source. This could be important. ATM machines, credit card readers etc. have been known to be knocked out during natural disasters. Think accordingly.
Bring a few changes of clothing for you and any children. Shelters may have it but it may not be in your size.
I also read where authorities have suggested setting up a point person outside of the area to call as a check in contact. Lines may be down in the path of a hurricane but work in other parts of the country. The article I read said it may be easier to get through to someone in another state than locally.
Most of all, our prayers are with you. Be safe. If there's something we can do, call. If you forget our number it is on the website. I'm printing this article on our blog also.
Be safe!
Gayle
Founder: Hope for Healing.Org
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