1. AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) DISASTER SERVICES
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2. MISSION STATEMENT
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
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3. Facts
The American Red Cross is not a government agency but a privately-funded humanitarian organization
The ARC relies on donations of time, money and blood to deliver lifesaving services to individuals and families living in Idaho
Services are free to our clients, based on need
Assistance is based on verified disaster-related damage
ARC provides immediate emergency assistance
Nationally, an average of 91 cents of every dollar the Red Cross spends is invested in humanitarian services and programs
Impartial – ARC makes no discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions
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4. ARC National
The American National Red Cross is located in Washington, D.C.
The ARC is made up of over 700 Chapters & 36 Blood Services Regions
Each year, victims of some 70,000 disasters turn to the ARC for services
More than half a million volunteers and 35,000 employees
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5. ARC – Greater Idaho Idaho is a ONE Chapter State (only 5 nation-wide)
Headquartered in Boise, ID
5 Districts throughout the state
We are the North Central Idaho District
Serving 7 Counties – approximately 123,800 residents
Latah approximately 35,000 residents
Idaho approximately 15,500 residents
Nez Perce approximately 37,500 residents
Lewis approximately 3,800 residents
Clearwater approximately 9,000 residents
Asotin approximately 20,600 residents
Garfield approximately 2,400 residents
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6. Staff
North Central Idaho has approximately 20 Disaster Response Volunteers
9 Paid Staff in the state of Idaho
1 Paid Staff in NC Idaho (Health & Safety)
280 Volunteers in the state of Idaho
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7. DAT Disaster Action Team -(Local Response)
What do we do?
On a Local level, our biggest response is to Single Family Fires
In 2008, we responded to 24 fires; 14 of which were in Nez Perce County, 2 in Latah County
Greater Idaho Chapter responds to more than 240 disaster situations annually, more than 600+ families
Sheltering for wildfire evacuees (Chimney Complex fire – Waha)
What do we provide locally?
Shelter
Food
Clothing
Health Services
Mental Health Counseling
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8. Services
Client Services: Providing direct assistance to individuals affected by man-made or natural disasters, ranging from single-family home incidents to larger events such as tornadoes, floods and hurricanes, and catastrophic incidents
Health Services & Mental Health Assistance
Mass Care: Feeding, Sheltering
Armed Forces: The ARC links members of the U.S. Armed Forces with their families during a crisis
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9. Other Services
Today, in addition to domestic disaster relief, the American Red Cross offers compassionate services in five other areas:
support and comfort for military members and their families
the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products
educational programs that promote health and safety;
and international relief and development programs
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10. Partnering Agencies
The ARC works with agencies such as the Salvation Army for Feeding
KRLC Quilters – donated quilts
Southern Baptist – Feeding on national level
Warming Center: Partnering with Salvation Army, City of Lewiston, TCUW, etc.
Local Emergency Management – how do we partner?
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11. Red Cross Positions Client Services (CLS)
There are several different Groups and Activities that you can volunteer in
Client Services
Casework
Disaster Mental Health
Health Services
Recovery Planning & Assistance
Welfare Information
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12. Mass Care (MC) Feeding Sheltering Bulk Distribution Community Programs
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13. Information Management Support Services (IMS)
Disaster Assessment
Financial & Statistical Information Management
Analysis & Planning
Information Dissemination
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14. Material Support Services (MSS)
Facilities
In-Kind Donations
Invoice Review
Procurement
Life Safety and Asset Protection (LSAP)
Transportation
Warehousing & Supply
RT Communications
RT Computer Operations
RT Customer Service
RT Networking
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15. Organization Support (OS)
Public Affairs
Fundraising
Response Investigations, Compliance and Ethics
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16. Partner Services (PS) Community Relations Emergency Support Services
Government
Labor
Voluntary Agencies
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17. Staff Services (SS) Staff Health Staff Relations Staff Support Systems
Training
Workforce Planning & Acquisition
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18. Operations Management (OM)
Chapter DRO (Disaster Relief Operation) Director
Multi-Chapter DRO Director
National DRO Director
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19. Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Be Red Cross Ready
Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Get a Kit
Store at least 3 days of food, water and supplies
Keep your kit where it is easily accessible
Check your kit every 6 months for outdated items
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20. Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Be Red Cross Ready
Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Make a Plan
Talk with your family & create a plan
Learn how to use life-saving tools such as fire extinguishers
Make sure everyone knows where supplies are stored
Practice Evacuations
Know where to meet
Don’t forget the pets in your evacuation plans!
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21. Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Be Red Cross Ready
Get a Kit. Make a Plan. Be Informed
Be Informed
Get Info – learn the ways you would get information during a disaster or emergency
Know your Region – learn about disasters that may occur in your area
Action Steps – Learn First Aid from your local Red Cross chapter
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22. Contact Info.
Idaho ARC #
1-800-REDCROSS National #
Services & Financial Information
1-866-GET INFO
24 hr Hotline for people in need of emergency disaster assistance
Volunteer: Join today by completing the Volunteer Application on-line!
North Central Disaster Action Team Captain: Ronna Waller
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23. Health & Safety
To sign up for CPR, First Aid Classes and much more, call
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