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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>This is sponsored by Independence Now and is open to all.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Prepared & Empowered: Prepared & Empowered: Community Safety Event<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thursday, September 10 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | In-Person Event<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Location: Brooke Road Park Building, 1101 Brooke Road, Capitol Heights, MD 20743<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In recognition of National Preparedness Month, Independence Now invites you to an exciting evening of learning, hands-on demonstrations, and community resources designed to help you prepare for emergencies with confidence.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This interactive event will feature emergency preparedness experts, engaging demonstrations, informative speakers, and vendor exhibits showcasing products, services, and resources that support emergency readiness for people with disabilities.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Participants will have the opportunity to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Learn how to respond during a variety of emergencies.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Watch live demonstrations on emergency preparedness techniques.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Explore emergency preparedness kits and adaptive supplies.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Learn the basics of CPR and First Aid.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Connect with local emergency management agencies and community organizations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Discover disaster relief resources and how to protect important documents before, during, and after an emergency.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Whether you're creating your first emergency plan or updating an existing one, this event will provide the knowledge, tools, and resources you need to protect yourself, your family, and your independence.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come meet local experts, visit community resource tables, ask questions, and leave feeling prepared, empowered, and ready for whatever comes your way.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>ADA Reasonable Accommodations: Sign language interpreter services and other auxiliary aids or services will be provided upon request 2 weeks before the event.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To request any reasonable accommodation or register to participate in the event, please contact Rochelle Harrod at rharrod@innow.org or 240-898-2184<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Rochelle N. Harrod<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Independent Living Specialist<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Prince George’s County<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>12301 Old Columbia Pike, Suite 101<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Silver Spring, MD 20904<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Phone: 240-898-2184<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Email: rharrod@innow.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Website: www.innow.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Independence Now provides tools for people with disabilities to take charge of their lives. Watch more!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>