DISASTER SERVICES

 National Disaster Online Newsroom - updates on current disasters.

Using the American Red Cross Safe and Well Website.

If you have been affected by a disaster, this website provides a way for you to register yourself as “safe and well.” From a list of standard messages, you can select those that you want to communicate to your family members, letting them know of your well-being.

 YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE – VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR OUR LOCAL DISASTER TEAM – AND THE NATIONAL DISASTER RESPONSE TEAM.

For more information contact:
Donna Wade
Dwade_arc@digii.net

The American Red Cross is known for its assistance to victims of major disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes and tornadoes, yet many do not realize that local Red Cross volunteers provide much needed help to our neighbors in this community who have suffered from single-family house fires.

The Red Cross local disaster relief program provides immediate food, clothing, shelter, limited medical assistance and mental health services to individuals and families who have lost their homes due to a fire, flood and other types of disasters. These services are not income based, they are available to the meet specifics needs of each individual family based on their needs. 

These services are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. All Red Cross assistance to disaster victims is free. It is given through the generosity of the American people.

Introduction to Disaster Training

Responding to a disaster requires quick thinking and standardized operations. Volunteers who wish to respond both locally and nationally must be trained in advance, as there is little time for training during the disaster. Classes are structured for advancement into American Red Cross groups and activities. When a disaster happens, we call on those who are trained to perform specific functions.

Cost: FREE!
Courses are provided by Red Cross Specialized Disaster Instructors
Participants are welcome to attend any class
Registration priority will be given to Red Cross personnel
Classes are subject to cancellation so call to ensure valid start time

Disaster Training Classes
Red Cross disaster training is presented in a variety of formats, including online, blended (online plus classroom) and live classroom courses. Most required classes are created by the American Red Cross or the Chapter, but some learning is available from other sources, such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA IS classes).

The following forms can be completed on line but you will need to print them out and then fax, mail or drop them off at the San Juan Chapter office. Another option is to save the completed forms on your computer and then e-mail them as attachments to dwade_arc@digii.net.

Introduction to Disaster Services Training   

DSHR Enrollment Application

DSHR Personal Statement of Understanding

DSHR Annual Health Status Record