10/04: Helping Prepare for Emergencies

 

Mary Fetchet, a New Canaan resident for 35 years and mother of Brad Fetchet, who died in the September 11 attacks, will speak about the how the loss of her son and the needs of the other families led to her advocacy efforts, and the creation of Voices Center for Resilience. VOICES provides long-term support for victims’ families, responders and survivors.

Ms. Fetchet advocated for the 9/11 Commission and the establishment of September as National Preparedness Month, and today helps communities prepare for and respond to tragedy. Her efforts are based the important lessons learned on 9/11 – it is incumbent on individuals, families and communities to have a plan in place in the event of an emergency.

The program will include a panel discussion that highlights the efforts of local and state agencies to prepare communities for emergencies.

Preparedness tipsheets and behavioral health resources will be distributed to those in attendance. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is suggested.

Voices Center for Resilience is working in partnership with STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way to promote September as Preparedness Month through presentations at the New Canaan, Darien and Westport libraries. The project has been funded in part by a grant from AmeriCorps 9/11 Day of Service and The Arc. Katie Banzhaf, Executive Director of STAR states, “STAR is pleased to collaborate with Voices Center to enhance community preparedness while remembering and respecting the lives and lessons of September 11th. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with the impassioned, dedicated and knowledgeable experts at VOICES to share valuable insights that can save lives.”

Our final presentation is scheduled in Westport, CT.

Wednesday, October 18 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Westport Public Library | 20 Jesup Rd, Westport, CT 06880