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For nearly
a century, the American Red Cross has prepared
people to save lives through health and safety
education and training. From first aid, CPR and
bloodborne pathogens training to swimming and
lifeguarding, and Babysitter's Training, American
Red Cross Preparedness programs help people lead
safer and healthier lives. The Red Cross constantly
strives to respond to the preparedness concerns of
Americans at home, in school and in the workplace.
Today's innovative programs also include teaching
lay persons and professionals how to use automated
external defibrillators (AEDs) to save victims of
sudden cardiac arrest.
For descriptions and a listing of the courses
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Business Offerings:
The Prairie Valley Chapter can
form classes to meet the needs of your business as
well as provide your needed trainings on-site or at
the chapter. Call the chapter at 402-564-8314
to learn more.
Register for
classes now via the internet or call
the Prairie Valley Chapter at (402) 564-8314 for more information. You
can also e-mail the Health & Safety area directly at
cpr@pvredcross.org.
For other classes offered in
Nebraska:
Cornhusker Regional Chapter
Heartland
Regional Chapter
Loess
Hills Chapter
Northeast Nebraska Chapter
Ft
Kearney Chapter
Central Plains
Chapter
Southeast
Nebraska Chapter
Greater
Nebraska Panhandle Chapter
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| BLOOD
SERVICES |
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Give
an hour of your time, a unit of blood and help
someone in need!
Just one pint of
blood can help save three lives! Ninety-six
area hospitals are supplied with blood collected
through area blood drives.
Bloodmobile:
Every Wednesday from 11:30 am to 5:15 pm
at the chapter, 2905 23rd Street, Columbus
Make an appointment online
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| DISASTER
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Every
year, the Red Cross responds to the needs of
thousands of disaster victims. Locally, a
Disaster Assistance Team (DAT) is trained to respond
to the needs of our community if disaster
strikes. From tornados and floods to single
family fires your local Red Cross is ready to
assist. From the unthinkable to the smallest
of situations we have a plan to help.
The Red Cross works
in partnership with people affected by disasters to
help them return to living independently as quickly
as possible. Services provided include:
- Food, Shelter and
Clothing Assistance
- Damage Assessment
- Individual and
Family Assistance
- Disaster Health
Services
- Disaster Mental
Health Services
- Contacting Family
in the Disaster
Contact the Prairie
Valley Chapter to find out how you can become
involved in Disaster Services for your area.
You can also e-mail the Disaster Services area
directly at
disaster@pvredcross.org.
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| NURSE
CORPS |
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dedicated nurses volunteer time out of their busy
lives to travel to locations in Columbus and the
surrounding communities. They provide blood
pressure clinics, educational presentations and
touch the lives of many individuals with their care
and dedication.
RNs, LPNs and student
nurses are needed in this program. If you
would like to share your medical knowledge and
volunteer your time please contact the Prairie
Valley Chapter.
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SERVICE TO THE ARMED FORCES (SAF) |
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one ever said that being in the Reserve, National
Guard, or any other community-based military
position was going to be easy for you - or your
family. Military life, in fact, often creates
unforeseen hardships.
BUT ... We'll be
there when you need us!
- Stay in touch with
loved ones.
- Get verification
of emergency leave data
- Secure emergency
financial assistance
- Obtain counseling,
information, referrals, and other social needs
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Receive your
entitled veterans services
- With disaster
assistance, health & safety and HIV/AIDS
education and volunteer opportunities
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YOUTH CLUB |
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Join the Prairie Valley Youth Club
and make a difference! Gain valuable skills
while helping to fulfill the Red Cross humanitarian
mission to provide relief to victims of disasters
and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to
emergencies.
Club members learn new leadership
and organizational skills - whether it's being
trained in CPR and First Aid, making school
presentations, helping teach kids preparedness
skills, or participating in fundraising events.
These experiences could lead to the discovery of a
career path in caregiving or emergency assistance
fields. You'll feel proud of what you
accomplish - it's rewarding, FUN, and looks great on
college applications.
The Club meets the third Tuesday
of each month from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Any
interested area youth, ages 12-23, are welcome to
join. With a sponsor, a Red Cross Youth Club
can also be started within your own school.
Contact the chapter at 402-564-8314 for more
information.
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