Wednesday, April 2, 2025
4/2/2025
Guam Hospital Preparedness Program - Project Narrative - GUAM HOSPITAL PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM Notice of Funding Opportunity: EP-U3R-24-001 PROJECT ABSTRACT The Guam Emergency Management Healthcare Coalition (GEMHCC) seeks funding from the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) to enhance the resiliency and preparedness of Guam’s healthcare infrastructure in the face of natural and man-made disasters. Guam’s unique geographic location and susceptibility to typhoons, earthquakes, and other hazards necessitate a robust and coordinated emergency management strategy to ensure the continuity of healthcare services. Objectives: 1. Strengthen Healthcare System Resilience: Enhance the ability of healthcare facilities to maintain operations and provide care during and after emergencies. 2. Improve Coordination and Communication: Foster seamless collaboration and information sharing among healthcare providers, emergency responders, and government agencies. 3. Expand Sure Capacity: Increase the capacity of healthcare facilities to manage a sudden influx of patients during large-scale emergencies. 4. Enhance Training and Exercises: Conduct regular training sessions and simulated disaster exercises to ensure the readiness of healthcare personnel. 5. Upgrade infrastructure and Resources: Invest in critical infrastructure improvements and procure essential medical and emergency response supplies. Key Activities: 1. Development of Comprehensive Emergency Plans: Formulate and regularly update emergency response plans tailored to various disaster scenarios. 2. Interagency Coordination Mechanisms: Establish and maintain robust communication networks and protocols among coalition members and external partners. 3. Training and Simulation Drills: Organize bi-annual multi-agency tabletop exercises and/or disaster drills and targeted training programs for healthcare workers. 4. Facility Assessments and Upgrades: Conduct vulnerability assessments of healthcare facilities and implement necessary upgrades to enhance resilience. 5. Resource Acquisition and Management: Ensure adequate stockpiling of essential medical supplies and emergency equipment. The HPP grant will enable the GEMHCC to significantly enhance Guam’s healthcare preparedness and response capabilities. By building a resilient healthcare system, improving coordination, and ensuring continuous training and resource readiness, Guam will be better positioned to protect the health and safety of its residents during disasters.
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