Your Communication Plan Checklist

Your Communication Plan Checklist

Use this checklist to make sure you've completed every step:

☐ Communication Methods

• [ ] Identified primary methods (text, social media, phone)

• [ ] Set up family group on social media or messaging app

• [ ] Enabled location sharing (if using)

• [ ] Signed up for local emergency alerts

• [ ] Taught family the communication priority order

☐ Out-of-Area Contact

• [ ] Chosen reliable person 100+ miles away

• [ ]  Discussed their role with them

• [ ] Shared all family contact information

• [ ] Everyone has their number saved as "ICE - [Name]"

• [ ] Created wallet cards with their information

☐ Information Prepared

• [ ] Created emergency contact list

• [ ] Made wallet cards for each family member

• [ ] Gathered medical information

• [ ] Listed medications and allergies

• [ ] Updated school/work contact lists

☐ Scenario Planning

• [ ] Discussed what to do if separated during day

• [ ] Planned for evacuation scenarios

• [ ] Created backup plan if communication fails

• [ ] Addressed special family situations

☐ Children's Preparation

• [ ] Taught appropriate information for each child's age

• [ ] Helped children memorize important phone numbers

• [ ] Gave older children emergency contact cards

• [ ] Practiced communication methods

• [ ] Made plan feel empowering, not frightening

☐ Documentation

• [ ] Written complete family communication plan

• [ ] Stored copies in multiple locations

• [ ] Saved digital version

• [ ] Shared with out-of-area contact

• [ ] Made wallet cards for everyone

☐ Practice Schedule

• [ ] Set calendar reminder to review every 6 months

• [ ] Practiced sending test messages

• [ ] Chose when to update (tied to annual event)

• [ ] Scheduled when kids will practice