{"id":5551,"date":"2022-12-08T12:07:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T17:07:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/actec.matrixdev.net\/?post_type=video&p=5551"},"modified":"2024-05-06T15:46:51","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T19:46:51","slug":"tips-for-individuals-living-alone-pt-1-of-2","status":"publish","type":"video","link":"https:\/\/actec.matrixdev.net\/resource-center\/video\/tips-for-individuals-living-alone-pt-1-of-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Individuals Living Alone (Pt. 1 of 2)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2021, 15% of adults over 18 live alone. Preparing for emergencies when living alone is essential to ensure your safety and well-being because you may not have immediate assistance readily available. Having an emergency plan, supplies, and communication strategies in place can significantly increase your ability to cope with unexpected situations and respond effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ACTEC Fellows\u00a0Stacy E. Singer<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Margaret Van\u00a0Houten<\/a>\u00a0offer\u00a0suggestions to individuals in this two-part video series. Part 1 provides recommendations such as a \u201cCheck-in Buddy,\u201d and details the kind of information to share in advance of an emergency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n