What Resilience Means & Why It Matters
What: Definition from Merriam Webster Dictionary: “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change.”
Why: “Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001—or at least since Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in 2005—the government has urged all of us, every individual, to be ready to go without help for at least three days in the wake of a disaster…. And now with Florence a waning threat but with fires and storms an apparently permanent part of Earth’s changed climate (and earthquakes, volcanoes, and terror always possible), the rules seem to be shifting a bit again. The new message: Be ready for 14 days on your own. Two weeks.” Source: Wired
Two weeks is a long time if your family doesn’t have the tools and supplies necessary to recover from or adjust to a disaster situation.
Why: “Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001—or at least since Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in 2005—the government has urged all of us, every individual, to be ready to go without help for at least three days in the wake of a disaster…. And now with Florence a waning threat but with fires and storms an apparently permanent part of Earth’s changed climate (and earthquakes, volcanoes, and terror always possible), the rules seem to be shifting a bit again. The new message: Be ready for 14 days on your own. Two weeks.” Source: Wired
Two weeks is a long time if your family doesn’t have the tools and supplies necessary to recover from or adjust to a disaster situation.
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What Your Quiz Score Means0-20% - Dangerously Unprepared - Let’s just say that you and your family are not prepared for the next rain storm…Check out the “Are you prepared” infographic for a quick overview of what being prepared means. Attending the Resilient America Conference and Expo will start you in the right direction, and one-on-on free consultations with experts will help you overcome that feeling of “where do I start?”
21 – 40% - Somewhat Prepared - You’ve may have thought a bit about preparation (or you live a rural life?) but you probably haven’t thought much about longer-term scenarios (or you don’t have backup heat and water). Attending the Resilient America Conference and Expo will conveniently provide access to information, strategies, and products that you can use immediately. One afternoon could protect your family from the next disaster. 41 – 60% - Prepared for Most Situations - You are above average! With a bit more planning, a few more tools, or engagement in your community, you will achieve a sense of assuredness about your family’s security in most any situation. 61-80% - Some Room for Improvement - You can legitimately say you are prepared for almost any eventuality, and you are likely to be helping friends and neighbors if major disruption happens. Join other leaders in preparedness to help spread the word. 80-100% - Prepared - Are you available to do a workshop or demonstration at the Resilient America Conference and Expo? Send us an email if you aren’t afraid to share your knowledge and skills with others who are eager to learn. |
