10/12/2026
When most people think about disaster preparedness, they think about flashlights, batteries, and bottled water.
For medically complex families, it means so much more.
It means backup power for feeding pumps.
Extra medication packed and ready.
A go-bag with medical records, adaptive equipment, and emergency care plans.
Knowing which hospital can handle your child’s rare condition — even if you’re far from home.
When you have a medically fragile child, you don’t get the luxury of “we’ll figure it out.” Preparation isn’t optional — it’s protection.
At Rescue 7 Firefighters for Patients, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly emergencies happen. Severe weather. Power outages. Unexpected hospital transfers. For families of rare and medically complex kids, those moments can turn critical in seconds.
Being prepared means:
✔️ Having a plan
✔️ Practicing that plan
✔️ Making sure first responders understand your child’s needs
✔️ Keeping emergency information easily available and accessible.
Rescue 7 recognizes that First Responders need to be prepared for the unique challenges of locating, transporting, and treating medically complex patients during times of disaster.
We know that when disaster strikes, seconds matter — and preparation can save lives.
Let’s work together to make sure no child or patient is left vulnerable when the unexpected happens.
Preparedness isn’t fear.
It’s advocacy.
It’s strength.
It's survival, and this is why the Rescue 7 Firefighters for Patients Special Needs Task Force isn't optional, it is critical.
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