Learn about the American Red Cross's Disaster Action Teams at a virtual open house on Saturday, July 18, and learn how you can bring help and hope to your neighbors and make a difference for people in need at our virtual open house
Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and noon to chat with current Red Cross volunteers about the role, the training, and their experiences helping people in the wake of home fires and other disasters. Use this link - bit.ly/2VhiUWz - to join the online gathering.
According to a news release, the Northern New England Region of the Red Cross responds to some 500 home fires every year.
“When a disaster occurs, many of us feel the need to do something to help,” said John Keppler, a volunteer Disaster Action Team leader from West Chesterfield, N.H.
Trained Disaster Action Team volunteers are ready to respond to local emergencies, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. These volunteers turn compassion into action by offering a shoulder to cry on, meeting immediate needs for shelter or supplies, connecting people with long-term recovery services and more.
“Every 8 minutes, the Red Cross responds to a disaster,” said Clifford LaPlante, a Disaster Action Team leader from Keene, N.H. “You can ensure that families don't have to face tough times alone.”
Learn more about the work of Disaster Action Teams at www.redcross.org/volunteer/disaster-action-team.html.