This handbook provides a step-by-step guide that aligns with Federal guidelines and current best practices. The document provides guidance on developing or improving the behavioral health treatment programs’ disaster plan, helps staff members to identify and manage their program’s exposure to threats and hazards, and retaining and restoring their capacity to function when a disaster happens. It allows management and staff to create a comprehensive, scalable and flexible disaster plan. Read more.
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