Resource Toolkit
In a major emergency, your primary resource for information is VCemergency.com. We also encourage you to sign up for VCalert to have updates sent directly to your mobile phone, email landline or TTY device.
Ventura County Disaster Information
- VCemergency.com
Ventura County’s emergency response website - VCalert
Sign up for emergency alerts sent directly to your mobile phone, landline or email - ReadyVenturaCounty.org
Ventura County’s emergency preparedness website - Area Agency on Aging disaster information webpage
Resources for Disaster Preparation, Communication and Recovery
- Listos CA
Downloadable information and disaster resource fact sheets, videos and preparedness outreach in more than 20 languages, including Spanish, Mixteco, Zapoteco, Purépecha and Tagalog
- 2-1-1
Disaster Readiness and Local Recovery Resources
- VC Animal Services
Pet, Service Animal and Livestock Emergency Preparedness - Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council
Resources and tools to learn about and prepare for wildfire risks in Ventura County
- American Red Cross
Resources for older adults, individuals with disabilities and children during disasters
- Totally Local VC’s Local Love Project
Relief and support throughout the recovery process
- VC-VOAD (Ventura County Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster)
Coalition of local entities dedicated to helping communities prepare, respond and recover from major disasters. Bilingual preparedness and outreach materials - State of CA Guide to Disaster Assistance Services
A comprehensive guide to disaster case management - Ventura County Mass Care & Shelter Annex (Spanish)
This plan describes emergency evacuation shelter models, services, and the coordination of entities to provide these services - Ventura County Transportation Commission Transportation Emergency Preparedness Plan
- New Videos on Emergency Shelters Available During Disasters
Learn how to find an open shelter during an emergency and what to expect, including the types of accommodation available
English | Spanish | Mixteco | Zapoteco | Purepécha
Support for Individuals with Access and Functional Needs
- Critical Care Battery Program (Southern California Edison) Portable backup power to support individuals who rely on medical devices during a power outage
- Medical Baseline Allowance Program (Southern California Edison) for individuals who depend on electrically powered medical equipment
- 2-1-1 Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS)/Power Outage Care Coordination
Help with transportation, backup power, food and other support services for individuals with access and functional needs. Dial 211 or 1-800-402-4018 for Video Relay Services, text ‘PSPS’ to 211211 or visit com - Access Central Coast
Local organization providing emergency and disaster preparedness assistance for individuals with disabilities and caregivers
- 805 UndocuFund
Short-term financial relief for undocumented residents
- Area Agency on Aging
Disaster information for older adults and people with disabilities
- California Office of Emergency Services
Resources for accessible disaster planning
- Ready.gov
Information to help people with disabilities prepare for disasters
Capacity Building Opportunities
Free Disaster Response Training for Community Members
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training teaches community members about potential disasters that could affect them at any time and provides education in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, team organization, hazard awareness, and disaster medical operations.