| Each year, the American Red Cross
responds immediately to more than 60,000 disasters, including house or
apartment fires (the majority of disaster responses), hurricanes, floods,
earthquakes, tornadoes, hazardous materials spills, transportation
accidents, explosions, and other natural and man-made disasters. Red Cross
disaster relief focuses on meeting people's immediate emergency
disaster-caused needs including shelter, food, health and mental health
services. All Red Cross assistance is given free
of charge, made possible by the generous contribution of people's time,
money, and skills. The Red Cross is an independent, humanitarian, voluntary
organization, not a government agency.
The American Red Cross provides immediate emergency
relief from natural disasters. Call 706-323-5614 as soon as possible if you
need:
- Immediate help for those with disaster-caused needs
such as food, clothing, shelter, prescription medications and emotional
support
- Emergency communications between Family members who
have lost contact due to a disaster
- Referrals to other community agencies that can help
with emergency needs
- Educational speakers, programs, materials and tips
that can help you prepare for and minimize the harmful effects of disaster
- Training for those who wish to become a Red Cross
disaster volunteer at the local, national and/or international level.
- Online Training available at the following link:
Introduction to Disaster:
http://www.redcross.org/flash/course01_v01/
ADDITIONAL NEWS:
The West Central Georgia Chapter will be offering the
following community classes.
Please call 706/323-5614 to register.
All Disaster Classes are
FREE !
| Introduction to Disaster Services |
TBA |
6:00pm-9:00pm |
| Mass Care: An Overview |
TBA |
6:00pm-9:00pm |
| Shelter Operations with Simulation |
TBA |
6:00pm-9:00pm |
| Family Services: Providing Emergency Assistance |
TBA |
6:00pm-9:00pm |
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