FREE DISABILITY-SPECIFIC EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN

Person-Centred Emergency Preparedness for Seniors, Carers & Support Networks

Emergencies don’t wait, and for people with disability or seniors, a good plan can be the difference between staying safe or being caught off-guard.

This page gives you a free, P-CEP-aligned emergency plan template plus a step-by-step guide to create a plan that works for your life. Whether you’re an NDIS participant, a carer, or a service provider, you’ll find practical tips, downloadable templates, and tools to keep everyone prepared and protected.

1. Create Your Person-Centred Emergency Plan

Identify Your Needs

Think about your day-to-day: mobility, medications, support workers, communication needs. Write down what you rely on using our Disability Inclusive Emergency Plan template. This becomes the backbone of your plan.

Understand Your Local Risks

Bushfires, floods, storms, cyclones — hazards look different depending on where you live. Check your council or SES website to see what’s most likely in your area.

Build Your Support Network

List the people you trust, like family, friends, neighbours, support workers, and include their phone numbers. Choose at least one “go-to” person who can hold a spare house key and check in during an emergency.

Share & Communicate Your Plan

Give copies (or screenshots) to your support network. Show them where your emergency kit lives and walk them through your plan so everyone’s on the same page.

Practice Makes Prepared

Hold a quick drill every few months. Practice evacuating with mobility aids, loading equipment into cars, or communicating without power. Adjust the plan if you spot gaps.

2. Assemble Your Emergency Kit

Essential Supplies

Aim for at least 7 days of food, water, medications, and basic first aid.

Disability-Specific Items

Spare glasses, hearing aids, chargers
Communication boards or devices
Spare continence products or medical consumables
Walker, crutches, or backup wheelchair if possible

Power & Backup Plans

Keep a stash of spare batteries and power banks. If you rely on powered medical equipment, plan for blackouts. Consider a generator or talk to your provider about priority power restoration.

Service Animals & Pets

Pack leads, bowls, food, meds, and copies of vaccination records for your animals.

Tip: Our Complete Care Kit and Easy Evac Care Kit are both pre-packed with inclusive, accessible supplies (Easy Read instructions, Braille pill organiser, sensory earmuffs), ready to grab and go.

3. Stay Informed & Connected

Sign Up for Alerts: Local council & SES alerts can be sent straight to your phone.
Accessible Communication: Print Easy Read checklists or save them on your device. Consider Braille, large print or AAC apps.
Targeted Assistance: Many councils run voluntary registries for residents with disability. Register so emergency services know you may need extra help.

4. Plan for Evacuation

Accessible Transport

Research wheelchair-friendly taxis or community transport providers and keep their contact numbers handy.

Know Your Safe Places

Identify evacuation centres, friends’ houses, or hotels that are accessible and pet-friendly.

Equipment on the Move

Plan how you’ll get mobility aids, chargers, and essential devices out safely, and label them with your name.

5. NDIS & Provider Support

Funding: Many NDIS plans allow budgeting for emergency preparedness (Assistive Technology, Consumables, or Core Support categories).
Provider Roles: Ask your support coordinator or care provider how they can support you to create, store, and practise your plan.
Documentation: Keep a copy of your plan in your service agreement folder or care file.

FAQS

Is this plan recognised by the NDIS?
Yes! It’s been built in alignment with the Person-Centred Emergency Preparedness (P-CEP) framework, recommended by the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission.

How often should I review my plan?
At least every 6 months or after a major life change (new address, new support needs, new hazard season).

Where should I keep my plan?
Store one copy in your emergency kit, one on your fridge (or inside your front door in a labelled pouch), and send digital copies to your network.

What if I live in aged care or receive home care?
Your provider must meet Aged Care Quality Standard 3 & 8. Share this plan with them so they can integrate it into your care plan.