The Citizen Corps mission is to tailor activities to the community and build on community strengths to develop and implement a local strategy of having every American participate through

1. Personal Responsibility. Developing a household preparedness plan and disaster supplies kits, observing home health and safety practices, implementing disaster mitigation measures, and participating in fire/crime prevention and reporting.


2. Training. Taking classes in emergency preparedness, response capabilities, first aid, CPR, fire suppression and search & rescue.


3. Volunteer Service. Engaging individuals in volunteer activities that support first responders, disaster relief groups, and community safety organizations.

We encourage you to review the many Citizen Preparedness Publications, including Are You Ready? A Guide For Citizen Preparedness, and information on creating a Family Disaster Plan (PDF) and preparing a Family Disaster Supplies Kit (PDF) to last for at least 3 days, including drinkable water, non-perishable food (including pet food), first aid supplies, other emergency supplies like flashlights and batteries, clothes and bedding, and specialty items. Disaster Supply Kits should also be prepared for your car and workplace.