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Emergencies can occur at any time of the year,
whether it is a fire, flood, tornado, or hazardous material spill.
Clay County Public Health is identifying the needs of Vulnerable
Populations in the County. The information gathered through this
Registry is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) and is only to be used during an
emergency by Clay County Public Health and Clay County Emergency
Management. Please take a moment to
complete the
Registry below to the best of your knowledge. Family members
and case workers can complete the Registry for an individual who is
considered vulnerable.
Who is considered the vulnerable and should
complete the Registry?
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People who feel
they cannot comfortably or safely access and use standard
resources offered in a disaster |
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A definition of
vulnerable population includes, but is not limited to, those
who are:
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Physically disabled (blind, deaf,
hard of hearing or mobility limitations) |
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Behaviorally or mentally disabled
(cognitive disorders) |
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Limited or non-English speaking |
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Medically or chemically dependent |
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Homeless |
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Frail or elderly |
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Young children |
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If you need assistance to complete the Vulnerable
Population Registry for Clay County, please do not hesitate to
contact Clay County Public Health.
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