Langley, WA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: This project will conduct three train-the-trainer events and six public sessions. The focus will be on disaster preparedness, first aid, and disaster pre-planning at community centers, libraries, and senior centers.

Manning, IA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Recent flooding and tornadoes in nearby communities underscored how unprepared many residents were for emergencies. For older adults, the lack of clear plans, supplies and shared guidance increased risks during fast-moving disasters. The City of Manning addressed this by assembling household emergency preparedness kits and hosting trainings that focused on practical steps residents could take before an emergency occurs. Attendance grew steadily as participants shared their experiences with friends, prompting additional sessions and locations. The project also extended beyond households by creating volunteer response kits and engaging workplaces and community partners. These conversations led many organizations to review their own plans and strengthened coordination with emergency responders, helping shift preparedness from a one-time lesson into an ongoing community effort.

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Hartwell, GA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Train‑the‑trainer sessions will prepare participants to share disaster preparedness guidance. Attendees will receive bilingual checklists and basic emergency supplies.