Access and Functional Needs Tips

The AFN-TIPS Access and Functional Needs Information for First Responders mobile site and applications were developed for the purpose of supporting first responders and others who are assisting individuals with access and functional needs in times of crisis.AFN-Tips contains a rich resource of information on of autism, blindness or visual impairments, chemical sensitivities, childbearing and newborns, cognitive disabilities, deaf and hard of hearing, seizure disorders, mobility impairments, mental illness, service animals and seniors; and includes descriptions, instructions, and real life applications. AFN-Tips includes contact information for local resources that may provide additional assistance or information, and an extensive directory of local, state and national resources searchable by agency name topic area or key word. In addition, AFN-Tips goes further to bridge the communication gap between individuals with a disability and potential first responders through the inclusion of emergency management and disability acronym guides.

Principal Investigators: Dawn Skaggs

Primary Contact: Yoko Kitami

Partner: Hawaii Department of Health