SEPTEMBER 2020 - National Preparedness Month
Each month Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) designs promotional items to help member banks celebrate different aspects of Community Banking! We offer themed promotional materials to use for your website and social media channels including banners, profile frames, hashtags, quotes and facts.
September is National Preparedness Month, so now is the time to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning. Take advantage of these graphics to promote National Preparedness Month, and be sure to utilize the many resources available and sample social media posts.

Graphics for Social Media
​LinkedIn Cover Banner
Twitter Cover Banner​
​Facebook Cover Banner
Social Media Post Image

Resources
READY.gov  
Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency  
American Red Cross - Georgia
 
Georgia National Guard
 
Georgia Department of Transportation – Traffic Information
 
National Flood Insurance Program (Flood Smart)

FEMA

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

National Consumer Law Center Disaster Relief & Consumer Protection

​ICBA’s Crisis Response and Preparedness Center
 
Social Media Posts
  • Most homeowners’ and renters’ insurance does not cover flood damage. Learn more about flood insurance at FloodSmart.gov #FloodSmart #PreparedNotScared
 
  • #PrepareNow. Snap photos of important documents and personal belongings to help you quickly file an insurance claim after a flood. https://youtu.be/i3MfRpND5gk #BeReady
 
  • Start talking with your children early about money. Include kids in discussions about saving for a disaster. Get ideas for how to involve them at ready.gov/kids  #YouthPrep #PreparedNotScared
 
  • 30 Days: The number of days it takes for most flood insurance policies to go into effect. Don’t wait until it’s too late! For more information vist: FloodSmart.gov #PrepareNow #BeReady
 
  • Are you financially prepared for a natural disaster? Learn how to make a plan with @CFPB’s tips: https://go.usa.gov/xPbJv #BeReady
 
  • What important documents should you have for an emergency? Download the Emergency Financial First Aid Kit, which will walk you through the planning process: https://go.usa.gov/xypkQ #PreparedNotScared
   
  • According to the Federal Reserve, 40% of Americans don't have $400 in savings.  What will you do if there is a disaster!  Learn tips to become more financially prepared: www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness #PreparedNotScared
 
  • Keep some cash on hand in case of emergencies, since ATMs and credit card readers won’t always be available. Cash can help pay for immediate expenses like lodging, food and gas. Learn more: ready.gov/financial-preparedness #BeReady
 
  • Set aside a small amount from each paycheck to go into your savings account. Find more tips to help you manage your money to be prepared for the unexpected: https://www.usa.gov/flec #BeReady
   
  • Preparing your family for an emergency is as simple as a conversation over dinner. Get started today: www.ready.gov/plan #PreparedNotScared
 
  • It’s important to include kids in the disaster planning process. Review your family emergency plan together so that they know what to do even if you are not there: ready.gov/kids #YouthPrep #BeReady
 
  • Practice your fire escape plan by having a home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in the home.  #BeReady
 
  • Download a group texting app so your entire circle of family and friends can keep in touch before, during & after an emergency.  #PreparedNotScared
 
  • Practice evacuating in the car with your animals, so they’re more familiar if you need to evacuate in an emergency.  #PrepareNow
 
  • Be prepared. Get the @fema app with weather alerts for up to 5 locations, plus disaster resources and safety tips: fema.gov/mobile-app #BeReady
 
  • Contact your water and power companies to get on a “priority reconnection service” list of power-dependent customers if you rely on electrical medical equipment. #PrepareNow
 
  • Learn how to turn off utilities like natural gas in your home. ready.gov/safety-skills #PreparedNotScared #BeReady
 
  • Be prepared for a power outage by having enough food, water, & meds to last for at least 72 hours: ready.gov/kit #BeReady
 
  • Teach children what to do in an emergency if they are at home or away from home. ready.gov/kids  #BeReady #YouthPrep
 
  • Help your kids know how to communicate during an emergency. Review these topics with them: Sending text message; Emergency contact numbers; Dialing 9-1-1 for help ready.gov/kids  #BeReady #YouthPrep
 
  • Update school records and discuss emergency contact numbers with kids before they go: ready.gov/make-a-plan  #BackToSchool #YouthPrep
   
  • Review your family emergency communications plan with kids at your next household meeting. #YouthPrep #ReadyKids
 
  • Include your child's medication or supplies in your family’s emergency kit. More tips visit: ready.gov/kit #YouthPrep #ReadyKids
 
  • Include your child's favorite stuffed animals, board games, books or music in their emergency kit to comfort them in a disaster. #YouthPrep
   
  • Kids can #BeAForce... by playing the online emergency preparedness "Build a Kit" game: www.ready.gov/kids/games #YouthPrep #ReadyKids
     
  • Are your students prepared for an emergency? Download curriculum for grades 1-12 for your classroom: www.ready.gov/kids/educators #YouthPrep
       
  • Every community has voluntary organizations that work during disasters. Visit https://www.nvoad.org to see what organizations are active in your community. #BeReady
     
  • Take classes in lifesaving skills, such as CPR/AED and first aid, or in emergency response, such as CERT. #PrepareNow #BeReady
 
  • If you have a disability, plan ahead for accessible transportation that you may need for evacuation or getting to a medical clinic. Work with local services, public transportation or paratransit to identify accessible transportation options. www.ready.gov/disability #BeReady​
 
  • If you have a disability contact your city or county government’s emergency management agency or office. Many keep lists of people with disabilities so they can be helped quickly in a sudden emergency. www.ready.gov/disability  #BeReady
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