Family and Individual Preparedness
How can you prepare now for a possible future emergency, such as the detention of a family member? This page, designed by a subgroup of BASIC, is meant to help you create a plan for yourself, your children, and other loved ones in such a situation.
Please refer to this page from time to time for updates and relevant additions.
Emergency Preparedness Plan
Please download this packet in your preferred language:
🗎 Family and Individual Emergency Preparedness Plan (English)
🗎 Family and Individual Emergency Preparedness Plan (Spanish)
*Other languages coming soon!*
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This packet will guide you through:
- Gathering critical information
- Filling out essential documents
- Identifying key people who will support you and your loved ones through an emergency
- Coming up with a plan of action should you experience an emergency
It will also provide you with crucial information on:
- Options for parents and guardians
- Your rights in interactions with ICE and law enforcement
- Common situations leading to criminal charges, and ways to decrease your risk
Take a few hours to sit down with your loved ones and fill out this packet. When you finish, you will have a comprehensive plan in place to help your family through an emergency.
Need assistance in filling out this packet? Many BASIC agencies can help. Browse this directory and contact an agency you trust.
Additional Resources
Coming Soon:
Facilitator Guide
Introduction video to packet
Notaries
- Every bank has a notary
- A directory of bilingual notaries coming soon
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/find-a-notary-public
https://www.mass.gov/doc/notary-public-application-2022