Wide Area Recovery and Resiliency Program (WARRP) Knowledge Enhancement Events: Unmet Needs - Long-Term Recovery After Action Report
Abstract
The working group was designed to highlight the importance the Non-Profit and Faith Based Sectors play in all phases of a disaster most importantly the recovery phase. During the recovery phase of a wide area disaster, communities organize by implementing plans and structures aimed at bringing help to affected individuals and families in a holistic, integrated process that brings needed resources to the most vulnerable. A strong, well-organized Long-Term Recovery group can ensure that available resources are utilized so as to address recovery needs. During long term recovery unmet needs are identified through a case management process. These needs may range from an individual needing a new hot water heater, to kennel costs encountered by a volunteer firefighter while battling a wildfire. As unmet needs are identified, the long term recovery members are able to identify resources and finances available to meet those needs. The key to a successful long term recovery was identified as a coordinated unified effort by community members, emergency management, private & non-profit sector, and faith based organizations with a clear understanding of the strengths and benefits each group can bring to the table.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 30, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA578496
Entities
People
- John Mower
Organizations
- Cubic Corporation