Faith Based Emergency Preparedness Survey

Faith-based organizations (FBO) are essential in protecting the public's health and safety in the event of a disaster, such as Hurricane Katrina. Public health recognizes the importance of collaborating with trusted, credible resources in the community, particularly in planning for and responding to a public health emergency.

This survey intends to gather information on: (1) general demographics of the FBO you represent; (2) programs and services that your FBO offers and to how many people; and (3) your FBO's involvement in emergency planning, preparedness and response. The information will help guide the Health and Human Services Department in partnering with the Faith community by providing a direction and prioritizing projects. Additionally, the survey will aid us in planning a regional workshop in the spring to bring the FBOs in our 27 communities together for emergency planning.