Disaster Preparedness Classes
Facilitated by St. Barnabas Senior Services
LACERS Well has partnered with St. Barnabas Senior Services to facilitate our first series of disaster preparedness classes, which will be held in person at the Friendship Auditorium, 3201 Riverside Dr., Los Angeles, and virtually via Zoom. Members will learn how to prepare before, during, and after a natural disaster.
Disaster Preparedness: Fire Prep – Tuesday, May 20, 2025 @ 10 am – 12 noon
Learn how to stay safe during a fire. You’ll also learn what steps to take before, during, and after a fire. Be proactive and prepared for whatever comes your way.
Disaster Preparedness: Extreme Heat - Tuesday, June 3, 2025 @ 10 am – 12 noon and Friday, June 6, 2025 @ 10 am – 12 noon (Spanish)
Learn how to stay safe during extreme heat and emergency
power
shutoffs. This class will cover how to keep cool, recognize
heat-
related health risks, and gather essential supplies in advance.
You’ll
also learn what steps to take before, during, and after a
power
shutoff to protect your health, home, and loved ones. Be
proactive
and prepared for whatever comes your way.
Disaster Preparedness: Earthquakes, Floods and Storms - Tuesday, August 5, 2025 @ 10 am – 12 noon
In this class, you’ll learn practical steps to prepare for
floods, severe
storms, and earthquakes. We’ll cover how to make an emergency
plan, how to build a disaster supply kit, and protect your home
and
loved ones. You’ll also learn what to do during and after
these
events to stay safe and recover more quickly.
Disaster Preparedness: Pack a To-Go Bag - Tuesday, September 16, 2025 @ 10 am – 12 noon (in-person)
Most disasters are unexpected and can happen quickly, leaving
little
time to react. That’s why it’s crucial to pack essential items
for each
member of your household and store them in an Emergency Go-Bag.
An Emergency Go-Bag contains vital supplies to help you and
your
family stay safe and survive during any type of disaster or
emergency situation. Being prepared can make all the
difference
when every second counts.
You can register online through your MyLACERS account or by calling LACERS at (800) 779-8328, RTT at (888) 349-3996. If you need assistance with registration, you may email LacersWell@lacers.org.