2nd Annual Disaster Preparedness & Community Resource Expo

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The 2nd Annual Disaster Preparedness & Community Resource Expo at the Suwannee River Fairgrounds brought together 30+ organizations from Dixie, Gilchrist, and Levy Counties to help our rural communities get storm-ready.

Brent represented the CIL, sharing vital resources for people with disabilities, while Claudia offered assistive technology solutions through the FAAST Program. Attendees connected with FEMA, the Red Cross, local sheriff’s offices, and more to gather free emergency tips, resources, and giveaways.

The message was clear: we can’t control the storm, but we can control how prepared we are. CILNCF is proud to support our communities in staying safe and independent—before, during, and after the storm.

Claudia and Brent represent FAAST and the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida at the 2nd Annual Disaster Preparedness and Community Resource Expo, held at the Suwannee River Fairgrounds. Claudia stands smiling behind the FAAST table, which is covered with brochures, stickers, and emergency planning materials. Brent sits at the adjacent CIL table, which displays informational flyers and promotional items in front of a large, branded banner. Other community organizations are visible in the background as attendees explore booths in the open-air indoor venue.
ID: Claudia and Brent represent FAAST and the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida at the 2nd Annual Disaster Preparedness and Community Resource Expo, held at the Suwannee River Fairgrounds. Claudia stands smiling behind the FAAST table, which is covered with brochures, stickers, and emergency planning materials. Brent sits at the adjacent CIL table, which displays informational flyers and promotional items in front of a large, branded banner. Other community organizations are visible in the background as attendees explore booths in the open-air indoor venue.