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Program 09

Community Resilience and Support

Strengthening the local networks that hold communities together in hard times.

Introduction

Resilient communities recover faster. Knowing who lives alone, who has a generator, and who can drive in snow is local knowledge that matters.

Objectives

To support stronger local networks, informed volunteers and practical help for vulnerable people.

Main focus areas

  • Community preparedness
  • Volunteer engagement
  • Family safety awareness
  • Community education
  • Cooperation
  • Support for vulnerable individuals
  • Public information

Target audience

  • Community and parish groups
  • Local volunteers
  • Carers and family members

Potential activities

  • Encouraging neighbour check-in networks
  • Sharing official weather and outage information
  • Linking volunteers with established groups

Expected community benefits

  • Fewer isolated people during severe weather
  • Stronger local cooperation

Long-term objectives

No one left on their own when conditions turn bad.

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