The American Red Cross saves lives. When disaster strikes, we respond with food, shelter and hope. When barriers of distance, language or warfare separate loved ones, we open lines of communication. When families, co-workers and communities must prepare for emergencies, we help them take action.
Each year in our communities, we bring together more than 1.2 thousand people to care for their neighbors, train over 82 thosand people in life-saving skills and respond to a disaster about once every other day. In emergencies large and small - a house fire, a gas leak, a flood - right here in our community or on distant shores, people can count on the Red Cross.
Around the clock, every day of the year, we stand ready to respond to emergencies. At every disaster, a volunteer or staff member assesses the victims' needs and provides assistance to help families take the first steps to recovery.
The American Red Cross assists members of the military and their families by sending and receiving emergency messages. A worldwide communications network operates 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, sending messages regarding death or serious illness of a family member, the birth of a child, or other family emergency.
The American Red Cross teaches people the lifesaving skills necessary in an emergency, such as CPR, First Aid, water safety and training in automated external defibrillation (AED). Courses are flexible and age appropriate
Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. The American Red Cross provides over half the nation's blood supply and is committed to making the blood as safe as possible. Blood drives are conducted throughout the area thanks to businesses, schools, churches and other community groups.
American Red Cross Transportation Services assists residents who have no other means of transportation to and from critical medical appointments. One of our many volunteer drivers will pick you up from your home, take you to your appointment and then return you home when your appointment is over.