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Lavender Patient Identification Cards
This is basic information to help the patient and dialysis provider locate information in case of an emergency. To download a pdf of the card, click here.

Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and Other Special Needs (PDF file)

Key Information to Have on Hand (PDF file)

Treatment Information to Have on Hand (PDF file)

CDC Disaster Safety Fact Sheet on Hemodialysis Facilities' Water Systems (PDF file)

Websites to help you and your family PREPARE!

For more information and links to CMS disaster planning activities and resources, please visit http://www.cms.hhs.gov/Emergency/. The National Kidney Foundation is host of a clearing house of Coalition activities that can be accessed at www.kidney.org/help.