• Join the conversation on social media: Follow #NCSAM conversation on Twitter throughout the month to learn more about cybersecurity issues.
• Download resources from LLIS: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides a wealth of information related to cybersecurity on its Lessons Learned Information Sharing (LLIS) site, including planning guides and tools, response guides, and training resources. To view the complete list of resources, click here.
• Review resources compiled by the American Hospital Association (AHA): The AHA has compiled a list of resources specific to hospitals, many of which can be applied to other healthcare environments. Click here to view the AHA cybersecurity page.
• Sign up to receive tips, advisories, and alerts: The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) provides tips on common security issues for non-technical computer users. Click here to receive these security tips in your inbox. In addition, the Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (ICS-CERT) works to reduce risks within and across all critical infrastructure sectors, including healthcare. Click here to receive advisories and alerts from ICS-CERT.
• Take an online course: The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is a founding member of the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC). In partnership with DHS and FEMA, TEEX offers several awareness level online trainings on cybersecurity, at no cost. There are three online tracks, tailored for anyone, from general audiences to IT professionals and business professionals. All courses provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). For more information on TEEX cybersecurity courses, click here.

Emergency Planning for the Whole Community

November 19, 2014

Attleboro, MA
 

Community resilience begins with inclusive planning and collective engagement, as demonstrated by recent emergencies. Whether planning for a single organization, jurisdiction, or complex system, the Whole Community approach provides a strategy for integrating the needs and contributions of diverse groups into the planning process.

This course provides an overview of how social factors link to vulnerability and poor health outcomes after a disaster, as well as national guidance that supports emergency planning and related legal requirements. Participants will also review access and functional needs categories, and learn about how they, along with social determinants of vulnerability, can be incorporated into emergency management functions. By planning for inclusion using the Whole Community approach, and engaging in broad discussions with stakeholders, participants will be able to apply strategies and methods to stop planning for easy and begin planning for the real, diverse make-up of communities. Participants will walk away with a toolkit of best practices, lessons learned, and online resources. Click here to register!