Arkansas Tornado: Resources
Posted on 04/02/25
Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action.
Emergency alerts and updates
FEMA.gov: Download the FEMA app to sign up for real-time emergency alerts from the National Weather Service.
NOAA Weather Radio
Tune in to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) radio stations for information on current and upcoming weather in your area.
Weather Forecasts
Visit the National Weather Service’s website (weather.gov) and enter your city and state, or zip code.
Local News Outlets
Monitor your television and radio stations for the latest information and instructions from emergency personnel.
Severe weather safety tips
Ready.gov: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides advice on dealing with severe weather, such as tornadoes and floods, including safety tips for their aftermath.
Non-emergency help
Visit Arkansas211.org or call 211 to be connected with health and human services organizations in your community and for up-to-date information on shelters and health advisories.
Road Conditions
The Arkansas Department of Transportation has information on road conditions. You can follow @IDriveArkansas on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.
Safe Space
The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass.
After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need.
State of Arkansas Storm Recovery
The State of Arkansas has launched the Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website to assist during natural disasters.
Stay Scam Aware
The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. Full story here! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, report it here.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their website or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the American Red Cross.
Arkansas Food Bank
Search for food pantries in your area.
Department of Human Services
If you are a SNAP recipient and had food spoilage due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local Department of Human Services office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.
Financial assistance
FEMA - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website has information on disaster-related assistance.
Mental health resources
Disaster Distress Helpline: For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This website also has an online chat feature.
Missing pets
Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners.
AARP Resources
This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. Visit the AARP Arkansas page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.
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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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#007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '57617fde0c4e268f7f8b49e3', 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'Sweet Home', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sweet-home-ar' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'College Station', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'college-station-ar' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'North Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'north-little-rock-ar' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Mabelvale', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'mabelvale-ar' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Wrightsville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'wrightsville-ar' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Sherwood', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sherwood-ar' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Scott', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'scott-ar' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Maumelle', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'maumelle-ar' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Alexander', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'alexander-ar' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Jacksonville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'jacksonville-ar' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Woodson', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'woodson-ar' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Bryant', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'bryant-ar' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock Air Force Base', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-air-force-base-ar' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Hensley', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'hensley-ar' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'little-rock-ar', (int) 1 => 'sweet-home-ar', (int) 2 => 'college-station-ar', (int) 3 => 'north-little-rock-ar', (int) 4 => 'mabelvale-ar', (int) 5 => 'wrightsville-ar', (int) 6 => 'sherwood-ar', (int) 7 => 'scott-ar', (int) 8 => 'maumelle-ar', (int) 9 => 'alexander-ar' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},little-rock-ar', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 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<a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ', 'scripts_for_layout' => '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '57617fde0c4e268f7f8b49e3', 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'Sweet Home', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sweet-home-ar' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'College Station', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'college-station-ar' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'North Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'north-little-rock-ar' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Mabelvale', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'mabelvale-ar' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Wrightsville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'wrightsville-ar' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Sherwood', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sherwood-ar' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Scott', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'scott-ar' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Maumelle', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 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'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},little-rock-ar', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-arkansas-ar-2021-02-03.html', 'no_skiing' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'little-rock-ar', 'instagram_link' => 'AARPArkansas', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Arkansas', 'county' => 'Pulaski', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -92.278900146484, (int) 1 => (float) 34.72439956665 ), 'latitude' => (float) 34.72439956665, 'longitude' => (float) -92.278900146484, 'city_state' => 'Little Rock, AR', 'city_state_search' => 'Little Rock AR,Littel Rock AR,Ltl Rock AR,Ltl. 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Rock', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '72201', (int) 1 => '72202', (int) 2 => '72203', (int) 3 => '72204', (int) 4 => '72205', (int) 5 => '72206', (int) 6 => '72207', (int) 7 => '72209', (int) 8 => '72210', (int) 9 => '72211', (int) 10 => '72212', (int) 11 => '72214', (int) 12 => '72215', (int) 13 => '72216', (int) 14 => '72217', (int) 15 => '72219', (int) 16 => '72221', (int) 17 => '72222', (int) 18 => '72223', (int) 19 => '72225', (int) 20 => '72227', (int) 21 => '72231', (int) 22 => '72255', (int) 23 => '72260', (int) 24 => '72295' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'little-rock-ar', (int) 1 => 'littel-rock-ar', (int) 2 => 'ltl-rock-ar', (int) 3 => 'cammack-village-ar', (int) 4 => 'cammack-vlg-ar', (int) 5 => 'n-little-rock-ar', (int) 6 => 'nlr-ar', (int) 7 => 'bba-solutions-ar' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '31336', (int) 1 => '31337', (int) 2 => '31338', (int) 3 => '31339', (int) 4 => '31340', (int) 5 => '31341', (int) 6 => '31342', (int) 7 => '31343', (int) 8 => '31344', (int) 9 => '31345', (int) 10 => '31346', (int) 11 => '31347', (int) 12 => '31348', (int) 13 => '31349', (int) 14 => '31350', (int) 15 => '31351', (int) 16 => '31352', (int) 17 => '31353', (int) 18 => '31354', (int) 19 => '31355', (int) 20 => '31356', (int) 21 => '31357', (int) 22 => '31358', (int) 23 => '31359', (int) 24 => '49183' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'ar-little-rock' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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Warning (2): include(/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html) [<a href='http://php.net/function.include'>function.include</a>]: failed to open stream: No such file or directory [APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 243]Code Context<?php if (!$nowrapper): // MLW - Spanish wrappers TBDinclude (APP . "Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");include (APP . "Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Arkansas Tornado: Resources</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/02/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Emergency alerts and updates</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>FEMA.gov</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Download the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FEMA app</a></span></span> to sign up for real-time emergency alerts from the National Weather Service.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>NOAA Weather Radio</b></h2></span></span><p>Tune in to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">radio stations</a></span></span> for information on current and upcoming weather in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Weather Forecasts</b> </h2></span></span><p>Visit the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.weather.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Weather Service’s website (weather.gov)</a></span></span> and enter your city and state, or zip code.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Local News Outlets</b></h2></span></span><p>Monitor your television and radio stations for the latest information and instructions from emergency personnel.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Severe weather safety tips</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://ready.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Ready.gov</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides advice on dealing with <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/severe-weather" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">severe weather</a></span></span>, such as <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/tornadoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tornadoes</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/floods" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">floods</a></span></span>, including safety tips for their aftermath.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Non-emergency help</b></h2></span></span><p>Visit <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://arkansas211.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas211.org</a></span></span> or call 211 to be connected with health and human services organizations in your community and for up-to-date information on shelters and health advisories.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Road Conditions</b></h2></span></span><p>The <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ardot.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Department of Transportation</a></span></span> has information on road conditions. You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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"baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-arkansas-ar-2021-02-03.html', 'no_skiing' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'little-rock-ar', 'instagram_link' => 'AARPArkansas', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Arkansas', 'county' => 'Pulaski', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -92.278900146484, (int) 1 => (float) 34.72439956665 ), 'latitude' => (float) 34.72439956665, 'longitude' => (float) -92.278900146484, 'city_state' => 'Little Rock, AR', 'city_state_search' => 'Little Rock AR,Littel Rock AR,Ltl Rock AR,Ltl. 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ', 'scripts_for_layout' => '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: 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<a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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#007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '57617fde0c4e268f7f8b49e3', 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'Sweet Home', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sweet-home-ar' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'College Station', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'college-station-ar' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'North Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'north-little-rock-ar' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Mabelvale', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'mabelvale-ar' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Wrightsville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'wrightsville-ar' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Sherwood', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sherwood-ar' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Scott', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'scott-ar' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Maumelle', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'maumelle-ar' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Alexander', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'alexander-ar' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Jacksonville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'jacksonville-ar' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Woodson', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'woodson-ar' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Bryant', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'bryant-ar' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock Air Force Base', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-air-force-base-ar' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Hensley', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'hensley-ar' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'little-rock-ar', (int) 1 => 'sweet-home-ar', (int) 2 => 'college-station-ar', (int) 3 => 'north-little-rock-ar', (int) 4 => 'mabelvale-ar', (int) 5 => 'wrightsville-ar', (int) 6 => 'sherwood-ar', (int) 7 => 'scott-ar', (int) 8 => 'maumelle-ar', (int) 9 => 'alexander-ar' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},little-rock-ar', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 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<a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ', 'scripts_for_layout' => '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '57617fde0c4e268f7f8b49e3', 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'Sweet Home', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sweet-home-ar' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'College Station', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'college-station-ar' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'North Little Rock', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'north-little-rock-ar' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Mabelvale', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'mabelvale-ar' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Wrightsville', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'wrightsville-ar' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Sherwood', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'sherwood-ar' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Scott', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 'scott-ar' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Maumelle', 'state' => 'AR', 'sef_url' => 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'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},little-rock-ar', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-arkansas-ar-2021-02-03.html', 'no_skiing' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'little-rock-ar', 'instagram_link' => 'AARPArkansas', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Arkansas', 'county' => 'Pulaski', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -92.278900146484, (int) 1 => (float) 34.72439956665 ), 'latitude' => (float) 34.72439956665, 'longitude' => (float) -92.278900146484, 'city_state' => 'Little Rock, AR', 'city_state_search' => 'Little Rock AR,Littel Rock AR,Ltl Rock AR,Ltl. Rock AR', 'pilot_name' => 'Little Rock', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_id' => (int) 5, 'community_name' => 'Little Rock', 'community_state' => 'AR', 'community_region' => 'Central', 'brightspot_region' => 'little-rock-ar', 'title' => 'Little Rock, AR', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'LITTLEROCK', 'tracking_code_state' => 'AR', 'ad_state' => 'ar', 'ad_city' => 'little-rock', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/Chicago', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '72201', 'sef_url' => 'little-rock-ar', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/little-rock-ar/', 'alt_names' => 'Little Rock,Littel Rock,Ltl Rock,Ltl. Rock', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '72201', (int) 1 => '72202', (int) 2 => '72203', (int) 3 => '72204', (int) 4 => '72205', (int) 5 => '72206', (int) 6 => '72207', (int) 7 => '72209', (int) 8 => '72210', (int) 9 => '72211', (int) 10 => '72212', (int) 11 => '72214', (int) 12 => '72215', (int) 13 => '72216', (int) 14 => '72217', (int) 15 => '72219', (int) 16 => '72221', (int) 17 => '72222', (int) 18 => '72223', (int) 19 => '72225', (int) 20 => '72227', (int) 21 => '72231', (int) 22 => '72255', (int) 23 => '72260', (int) 24 => '72295' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'little-rock-ar', (int) 1 => 'littel-rock-ar', (int) 2 => 'ltl-rock-ar', (int) 3 => 'cammack-village-ar', (int) 4 => 'cammack-vlg-ar', (int) 5 => 'n-little-rock-ar', (int) 6 => 'nlr-ar', (int) 7 => 'bba-solutions-ar' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '31336', (int) 1 => '31337', (int) 2 => '31338', (int) 3 => '31339', (int) 4 => '31340', (int) 5 => '31341', (int) 6 => '31342', (int) 7 => '31343', (int) 8 => '31344', (int) 9 => '31345', (int) 10 => '31346', (int) 11 => '31347', (int) 12 => '31348', (int) 13 => '31349', (int) 14 => '31350', (int) 15 => '31351', (int) 16 => '31352', (int) 17 => '31353', (int) 18 => '31354', (int) 19 => '31355', (int) 20 => '31356', (int) 21 => '31357', (int) 22 => '31358', (int) 23 => '31359', (int) 24 => '49183' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'ar-little-rock' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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933 View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? 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"Resource/aarp2_master.resource.footer.root.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Arkansas Tornado: Resources</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/02/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Emergency alerts and updates</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>FEMA.gov</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Download the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">FEMA app</a></span></span> to sign up for real-time emergency alerts from the National Weather Service.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>NOAA Weather Radio</b></h2></span></span><p>Tune in to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">radio stations</a></span></span> for information on current and upcoming weather in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Weather Forecasts</b> </h2></span></span><p>Visit the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.weather.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Weather Service’s website (weather.gov)</a></span></span> and enter your city and state, or zip code.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Local News Outlets</b></h2></span></span><p>Monitor your television and radio stations for the latest information and instructions from emergency personnel.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Severe weather safety tips</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://ready.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Ready.gov</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides advice on dealing with <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/severe-weather" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">severe weather</a></span></span>, such as <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/tornadoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tornadoes</a></span></span> and <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ready.gov/floods" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">floods</a></span></span>, including safety tips for their aftermath.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Non-emergency help</b></h2></span></span><p>Visit <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://arkansas211.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas211.org</a></span></span> or call 211 to be connected with health and human services organizations in your community and for up-to-date information on shelters and health advisories.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Road Conditions</b></h2></span></span><p>The <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ardot.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Department of Transportation</a></span></span> has information on road conditions. You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'little-rock-ar', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},little-rock-ar', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Greater Orlando", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaha", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en {local_full_state}', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/nature-centers.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/nature-centers-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'noindex, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'little-rock-ar-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'Arkansas', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state={local_full_state_c}', 'term' => 'in Little Rock', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/hero/winter-fun2.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/good-for-grandkids/"><img src="https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/good-for-grandkids-big-t.jpg" title="Good for Grandkids"><span>Good for Grandkids</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn.local.aarp.org/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun2-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/AR?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGAR-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'AARP Arkansas', 'contactus_email' => 'ARAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/araarp', 'state_contract_id' => '55990', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/arkansas.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/feed', 'semi_warm_state' => 'yes', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-arkansas-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-ar-2020-08-07.html', 'State_Label' => 'Arkansas'', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-arkansas-ar-2021-02-03.html', 'no_skiing' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'little-rock-ar', 'instagram_link' => 'AARPArkansas', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/arkansas/elecciones-guia-para-votar', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/Arkansas.pdf', 'full_state' => 'Arkansas', 'county' => 'Pulaski', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -92.278900146484, (int) 1 => (float) 34.72439956665 ), 'latitude' => (float) 34.72439956665, 'longitude' => (float) -92.278900146484, 'city_state' => 'Little Rock, AR', 'city_state_search' => 'Little Rock AR,Littel Rock AR,Ltl Rock AR,Ltl. 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Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/driver-safety/aarp-smart-driver-alexander-ar-c38453.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-SMART-DRIVERTM-ST-VINCENTS-INFIRMARY">AARP Smart Driver™: St Vincents Infirmary</a></h2> <p class="time">Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. CT</p> <p class="venue">St Vincents Infirmary</p> <p class="loc">Little Rock, AR</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/little-rock-ar/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ', 'scripts_for_layout' => '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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You can follow <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/IDriveArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@IDriveArkansas</a></span></span> on X (formerly known as Twitter) and download the app to check out road conditions before you travel.<br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Safe Space</h2></span></span><p>The CDC shares this infographic with important information about taking shelter, specifically to go to the lowest level and the innermost spot away from glass. </p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/13/ce/270c36164d90a4c58e343fa84fc7/be-ready-tornadoes-cdc.jpg" alt="be-ready-tornadoes cdc.jpg" width="800" height="1067"/> </a> </figure> </div> </div><p><br>After a tornado, there are emergency resources available that you may need. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>State of Arkansas Storm Recovery </b></h2></span></span><p>The State of Arkansas has launched the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Storm Recovery Information website</a></span></span> to assist during natural disasters.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Stay Scam Aware</b></h2></span></span><p>The Arkansas Attorney General reminds us to watch out for fraudulent contractors or others who may try to take advantage during a natural disaster. <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/news-release/consumer-alert-post-storm-rebuilding-scams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Full story here</a></span></span>! If you feel you have been defrauded by a post-storm contractor, <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasag.gov/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report it here</a></span></span>. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>American Red Cross</b></h2></span></span><p> The American Red Cross provides assistance to those impacted by the weather: visit their <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/shelters/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. During a tornado, here are some important tips to remember from the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/tornado.html?srsltid=AfmBOooMVoPYkB1pjbPrFZXRW3V8mWyzmqJQncLvJ7K7GlgW1QmcI0PI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Red Cross</a></span></span>.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://arkansasfoodbank.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><h2 data-state="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"0000016a-99ef-d810-a3ee-bdef79210000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1743630876840,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000185-9767-d8a1-a1c5-bf67f8570000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.anchorId":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.enhancementInfoAlignment":null,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideEnhancementMeta":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCaption":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.hideCredits":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.imageAutoWidth":false,"theme.00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe51c0000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-f87f-dd19-a1b5-fb7fbd0b0000","_type":"45fe84ac-6709-39c0-bdaa-04029f434665"}"><b>Arkansas Food Bank</b></h2></a></span></span><br>Search for food pantries in your area.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Department of Human Services</b></h2></span></span><p>If you are a SNAP recipient and had <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://governor.arkansas.gov/help-arkansas/state-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">food spoilage</a></span></span> due to lost electricity, you may request a Declaration of Food Loss form from your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a></span></span> office. Report any food loss within 10 days after getting your power back. Call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084 for more information.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Financial assistance</b></h2></span></span><p><b>FEMA -</b> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.fema.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> has information on disaster-related assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Mental health resources</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Disaster Distress Helpline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> For assistance with mental health support, call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to U.S. residents experiencing emotional distress due to disasters such as severe storms. Help is available in multiple languages.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline</b></a></span></span><b>:</b> Call or text 988 to be connected with free and confidential support. This <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://988lifeline.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></span></span> also has an online chat feature.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>Missing pets</b></h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://alfpetnetwork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Arkansas Lost and Found Pets Network</a></span></span> is one of several resources for helping pets reunite with their owners. <br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading"><b>AARP Resources</b></h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-recovery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Recover From a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/disaster-preparedness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/emergency-go-bag.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New Go Bag: What You Need in Your Emergency Escape Kit</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Arkansas. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr67fbdb59e7286-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: 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<a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-LITTLEROCK-AR">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP Arkansas Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Little Rock</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:ARAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">ARAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/arkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP Arkansas</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/contact-the-arkansas-state-office/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-LITTLEROCK-AR" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPArkansas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/araarp" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AARPArkansas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Instagram"><img style="max-width: 56px; top: 0px; left: -2px; position: relative;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/instagram.png" alt="Instagram icon" title="Instagram icon" style="height: 49px;"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>Arkansas Tornado: Resources</title> <meta name="page_title" content="Arkansas Tornado: Resources"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Before a tornado, it's important to be weather aware and be prepared to take action. 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href="/little-rock-ar/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li> <li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/little-rock-ar/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/little-rock-ar/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/little-rock-ar/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">Local Resources</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/little-rock-ar/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class="more nosep " id="submenu-more"> <span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span> <ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu"> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li> <!-- <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/little-rock-ar/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li> --> </ul> </li> </ul> </nav>' $header_custom = '' $breadcrumbs = array( (int) 0 => array( 'title' => 'News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) ) $row = array( 'title' => 'Back to News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) $i = (int) 0include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118