University Of Illinois @ Chicago Police Department

Examples of food and non-perishables

Examples of medical, health, and

emergency supplies

• Ready-to-eat canned meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, beans, and soups

• Protein or fruit bars

• Dry cereal or granola

• Peanut butter or nuts

• Dried fruit

• Crackers

• Canned juices

• Bottled water

• Canned or jarred baby food and formula

• Pet food

• Other non-perishable foods

• Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood-pressure monitoring equipment

• Soap and water, or alcohol-based (60-95%) hand wash

• Medicines for fever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen

• Thermometer

• Anti-diarrhea medication

• Vitamins

• Fluids with electrolytes

• Cleansing agent/soap

• Flashlight

• Batteries

• Portable radio

• Manual can opener

• Garbage bags

• Tissue, toilet paper, disposable diapers