With the recent fires in Los Angeles I thought it was important to bring resources to our community here and am so grateful to have Wanda Vollmer of Peace of Mind Preparedness on today to help us understand the importance of BEing prepared, what can get in our way of that, and some amazing tips and strategies to have peace of mind should any disaster / emergency occur.As a child living on a ranch in San Luis Obispo, Wanda remembers the wildfires that would frequently threaten their property and livestock and will never forget being awoken in the middle of the night to evacuate during one particularly fast-moving fire. At the age of 24, she created her first preparedness and communication plan for her family and knew she found her calling.Wanda worked for the American Red Cross as a Community Engagement Manager, serving as the lead functional expert for Red Cross Preparedness programs and community partner development and reached over 10,000 individuals with community disaster education programs in addition to recruiting, training, and managing  volunteers.She currently serves as Captain of the Carmel C.E.R.T. Team (Community Emergency Response Team). This program focuses on disaster preparedness, search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. They work side by side with first responders who rely on us during disaster situations. As a passionate community volunteer, Wanda is proud to serve many service organizations in her community.Let’s jump in!Highlights from this episode:(02:43) Wanda’s background and passion(06:20) The emotional impact of disasters(18:20) Out the door and in the station wagon(26:54) Join a fire-wise community(36:04) Just pay attention!Referenced on this episode:POMP-Emergency Kit ListPOMP-Family Communication PlanConnect with Wanda Vollmer:Post Office Box 221966Carmel, CA 93922831-915-3148 www.peaceofmindpreparedness.comFollow Wanda on InstagramLeave Coach Kelly a Message HereThe 'Take the Lead Workshops' will help you stay unstuck & create the results & success you want. I've learned a few things along the way & created these workshops to help you move past being up against it & have focused action on what's important to you.Our next workshop is March 25th and it’s right on time!  We can’t wait to see you there! Read more and join our amazing community at the link below:SIGN UP HERE! LIFT(her) 6-Month Group Coaching Program for WomenImagine if you had the tools you require to create the transformation you desire personally and professionally. Imagine if you woke up each day feeling energized instead of overwhelmed. Imagine if you woke up each day knowing, in your gut, that you are enough.The next cohort begins June 2025Read More Here! Connect with Coach Kelly and for more resources please visit: www.kellyjmobeck.com Let’s Get Social, follow Coach Kelly:@KellyMobeck on LinkedIn@KellyMobeck on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend, and it would mean so much if you could take a quick moment to write a REVIEW  on Apple Podcasts.This podcast is proudly produced by The Podcast Boutique