Together, We Protect.

Emergency Preparedness & Community Resilience is a safety-focused initiative of Organization of Anonymous Contributors (OAC), doing business as Vietnamese American Care (VAC). The program equips seniors, families, and community members—especially those with limited English proficiency—with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to prepare for and respond to emergencies.

By combining culturally responsive education, hands-on training, and trusted community partnerships, OAC/VAC helps ensure that no one is left unprepared when disasters strike..

Key Program Areas

✓ CERT Training
✓ Emergency Resource
✓ Community Drills

Project Overview

Emergency Preparedness & Community Resilience strengthens community readiness through education, practical training, and disaster response awareness. The program focuses on earthquake preparedness, fire safety, emergency medical response, and evacuation planning—tailored specifically for seniors and vulnerable populations living in multi-unit housing.

Purpose and Goals

The program aims to:

  1. Increase emergency readiness among seniors, families, and low-income residents.
  2. Reduce fear and confusion during disasters by providing clear, practical guidance.
  3. Empower community members with basic life-saving and first-response skills.
  4. Strengthen community resilience through preparedness, coordination, and mutual support.
  5. Ensure equitable access to emergency education, especially for non–English-speaking populations.

Key Program Areas

Disaster Preparedness Education
Bilingual workshops on earthquake safety, fire prevention, evacuation planning, and help-after-disaster strategies.

CERT Training & Emergency Response Skills
Hands-on Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, including basic medical aid, fire suppression, search and rescue, and disaster organization.

Emergency Supply & Resource Awareness
Guidance on emergency kits, emergency alerts, shelter access, and local disaster response resources.

Community Drills & Safety Demonstrations
Live demonstrations and practice drills that help participants apply skills in real-world scenarios—building confidence and preparedness.

Emergency Preparedness & Community Resilience reflects OAC/VAC’s commitment to protecting lives, reducing harm, and ensuring that every community member—regardless of age or language—has the tools to stay safe and resilient.