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14 people are interested
Disaster Action Team Members (DAT)-Sullivan County
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross-Metro NY North Chapter (Sullivan)
Please visit the new page to apply.
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14 people are interested
Whether it's a local single-family fire or a state-wide hurricane, the Red Cross is on the scene providing emergency care and comfort to both victims and emergency workers. The Red Cross Disaster Action Teams are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, helping families and individuals get back on their feet after a major or minor natural disaster. Emergency assistance may include temporary housing, food, clothing, basic household furnishings, help with health care needs, and referrals to other agencies. During large disasters, volunteers are needed to work in shelters and on mobile kitchens, conduct damage assessments, provide medical care and crisis intervention and more.
**COMMITTED DISASTER RESPONDERS ARE NEEDED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: GREENWICH, CT, WESTCHESTER, ROCKLAND, PUTNAM, SULLIVAN AND ORANGE COUNTIES IN NY STATE**
To volunteer please contact:
Andrew Sindell-sindella@usa.redcross.org
If you have any questions you may call Andrew at 203-869-8444 ext.122.
Training is offered free of charge!
Thank you for your interest in the American Red Cross!
More opportunities with American Red Cross-Metro NY North Chapter (Sullivan)
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About American Red Cross-Metro NY North Chapter (Sullivan)
Location:
33 Lakewood Avenue, Monticello, NY 12701, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement.
Description
The American Red Cross-Metro NY North chapter encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to actively volunteer in one of the following areas: Emergency & Disaster Relief, Health & Safety, Financial Development, Community Services and Youth Services. There are opportunities for long-term and short-term involvement, internships, and project-based work.
The Metro NY North Chapter covers the following areas: Greenwich CT, Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Sullivan and Orange Counties in NY State
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
33 Lakewood AvenueMonticello, NY 12701
DATE POSTED
September 8, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1 weekly shift/month