MATERIAL
A Review of Literature in Japan on Natural Disaster Preparedness for Children with Special Needs
2020 Volume 70 Issue 1 Pages 37-44
Details
2020 Volume 70 Issue 1 Pages 37-44
Objective: To describe and analyze current literature in Japan on natural disaster preparedness for families of children with special needs.
Methods: We reviewed and analyzed 13 references that described current preparation by families of children with special needs, and preparation that the children and their families may need in the future.
Results: Current preparation was categorized as that to “protect the life of the child with special needs,” “protect the physical condition of the child with special needs,” “heighten the selfcare abilities of the child with special needs,” and “connect with the community.”
Preparation thought to be needed in the future were categorized as that to “protect the life of the child with special needs,” “protect the physical condition of the child with special needs,” “heighten the selfcare abilities of the child with special needs,” “connect with the community” and that to be “made by appropriate organizations.”
Conclusion: Professionals in the organization involved with children with special needs should create opportunities to discuss preparation for natural disasters. Discussion should include professionals, the children's families, and the children themselves.
