Special Needs Kit

Please note that due to a limited number of special needs cots, you may be required to sleep on a Coleman Cot. Also, if it is necessary for you to be in an upright position, please bring bed pillows or backrests for your comfort.

Seminole County has 2 pet friendly shelters. One for the public and one for special needs registrants.

Bring each of these items in quantities to last for 72 hours or more.

All Required Medications and Medical Support Equipment

• Wheelchair/walker/cane
• Oxygen, nebulizers
• Dressings
• Feeding and suction equipment
• Diapers
• Glucose meter/strips
• Insulin/syringes
• Any specific medication or care instructions (1 week or more supply)
• Name, phone number of physician/home health agency/hospital where you receive care
• An adequate supply of prescription medicine to last for 3 days or more
• Antacid
• Laxative
• Activated charcoal (used under the advice of the Poison Control Center)
• Medicine dropper

Dietary Needs

• Non perishable food to survive for 72 hours or more, per person. Include any special diet items you may need.

Food and Water/Liquids

• Snacks, fruit juice, Gatorade, water, fruits, crackers (72 hour or more supply)

Sleeping Gear

• Pillows, blankets (include any support pillows or back supports you may need) if you require being in a raised position when sleeping
• Portable cot or air mattress, folding chairs, sleeping bags
• Evacuation shelters tend to be cold, so bring a blanket or sweater to keep warm. No guarantee of cots at the shelter.

Important Papers and Identification

• Wills, deeds, licenses, insurance policies, home inventory, doctors orders, Do Not Resuscitate and Living Will forms
• Current photo and current address, medical identification card

Personal Hygiene Items

• Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, towels, brush/comb, dentures, glasses, hearing aids and batteries, etc.

Comfort Items

• Small games, cards, diapers, books, batteries, manual can opener, etc.

Extra Clothing

• A 1-week supply of comfortable clothing and extra sets of underwear and socks