Resilient Families
Resilient Families: Stay Safe and Strong with Mocha & Latte!
Welcome to the Resilient Families page, where you and your family can learn how to stay safe and prepared during any type of emergency—just like Mocha and Latte do at the Noah’s Ark Sanctuary! From hurricanes to power outages, we’ve got simple tips and activities to help your family be resilient.
1. Mocha & Latte’s Preparedness Adventure
One day, Mocha and Latte heard the weather was about to change. The wind was getting stronger, and the rain clouds were coming. But they didn’t worry—Mocha grabbed his emergency kit, and Latte made sure everyone had a cozy spot in the shelter. Together, they showed their friends how being prepared makes everything easier!
2. Family Preparedness Checklist
Encourage families to prepare together with this downloadable checklist:
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Bottled water
- Non-perishable snacks
- First aid kit
- Favorite stuffed animal or blanket
- Books, puzzles, or games for entertainment
- Extra clothes and shoes
- Pet food (if applicable)
Download the Mocha & Latte Family Checklist PDF – Coming Soon
3. Family Disaster Plan: Let’s Get Ready Together!
Teach families how to make a simple disaster plan:
- Talk Together: Sit down and talk about what to do during emergencies.
- Safe Spots: Find the safest room in your home for storms.
- Create a Contact List: Make sure everyone knows how to contact each other.
- Evacuation Plan: Know where to go if you need to leave home.
- Pet Plan: Make a plan for your pets, just like Mocha and Latte!
Download the Family Disaster Plan Template PDF Coming Soon
4. Fun Family Preparedness Activities
Make preparedness fun for kids with these activities:
- Emergency Kit Scavenger Hunt: Challenge kids to find emergency items around the house!
- Family Drill Time: Practice fire drills or hurricane drills together.
- Capy Coloring Pages: Download and color Mocha and Latte preparing for a storm!
Download Mocha & Latte’s Coloring Pages
5. Stay Calm, Stay Strong: Breathing Exercises
Use this breathing exercise to stay calm during emergencies:
- Breathe in through your nose for 4 seconds.
- Hold for 4 seconds.
- Breathe out through your mouth for 4 seconds.
- Repeat until you feel calm!
6. How to Stay Informed
Stay up to date during emergencies with these trusted resources:
- FloridaDisaster.org: The latest updates for Florida residents.
- Windy.com: Track the storm live!
- RedCross.org: Find local shelters and emergency services.
7. Build Your Resilience Kit (With Mocha and Latte’s Help!)
Create a fun Resilience Kit together. Add these items:
- Coloring books and crayons
- Mocha & Latte’s stories (Printable PDF)
- Puzzles and board games
- A special treat like chocolate or trail mix
Make it a fun family activity, and let kids decorate the box or bag!
8. Share Your Preparedness Story!
We’d love to see how your family is preparing, just like Mocha and Latte! Share your emergency kits, family plans, or completed coloring pages with us, and we’ll feature them on this page!
Share Your Story! – Coming Soon!
9. Capy Resilience Badge
After completing your checklist and activities, earn the Capy Resilience Badge! Print it out and proudly display it in your home.
Earn Your Capy Resilience Badge – Coming Soon!
10. Donate or Volunteer: Help Other Families Stay Safe
You can help us spread resilience! Here’s how your family can make a difference:
- Donate: Support Noah’s Ark Sanctuary’s mission by donating to our education programs.
- Volunteer: Sign up to volunteer at the sanctuary or join community preparedness events.
Learn More About How You Can Help
Stay Resilient Together
No matter what comes your way, your family can face it together. Just like Mocha and Latte, when we prepare and support each other, we can handle anything!
