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Are you

"Red Cross Ready"?

While the American Red Cross and our partners are committed to lending a helping hand in to those in need, assistance may be delayed in times of disaster. That's why it's important for you and your family to Be Red Cross Ready by completing three easy steps:

Get A Kit

Make A Plan

Be Informed

Let's start with the kit. Listed below are the items that are suggested for a good disaster supply kit. You can make your own supply kit listing for your personal use.

Find a waterproof container and start filling it with the things listed below or whatever you have on your list. We have two weeks to get it completed before we start part two of our project, Make A Plan. Our goal is to have it all completed by June 1st which is the official start of hurricane season. Check back on May 3rd for information on Make A Plan.

DISASTER SUPPLY KIT

Water - at least a three (3) day supply; one gallon per person per day

Food - at least a three (3) day supply of non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food

Flashlight

Battery powered or hand crank radio (NOAA weather radio if possible)

Extra batteries

First Aid Kit

Medications (7 day supply) and medical items (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses,contact lenses, syringes, cane)

Multi-purpose tool

Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to home, passports, birth certificates, insurance policies)

Cell phones with chargers

Family and emergency contact information

Extra cash

Emergency blanket

Map(s) of the area

Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers)

Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl)

Tools/supplies for securing your home

Extra set of car keys and house keys

Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes

Rain gear

Insect repellent and sunscreen

Camera for photos of damage

For more information on hurricane preparedness

click here.

HEALTH & SAFETY COURSE INFORMATION

Please see the calendar page for class schedule and information

Community Classes

Adult CPR/AED - Monday night 6:00-10:00 pm

Infant & Child CPR - Tuesday night 6:00-10:00 pm

Basic First Aid - Wednesday night 6:00-10:00 pm

1 class = $45.00

2 classes = $55.00

3 classes = $70.00

These three classes are held the third week of every month

Additional Certification

CPR/AED for the professional Rescuer (for health care providers) $60.00

* This is now offers a 2 year certification for health care providers.

This is an 8 hour class usually taught on Saturdays.

Bloodborne Pathogens $12.00 w/class, $18.00 independent

This class is a 2 hour class taught during the week.

Lay Responder FA/CPR/AED Instructor's Training $140.00

This is a three day class usually held on weekends. It begains on Friday night and is held 8 hours both Saturday and Sunday. The class includes Fundamentals of Instructor Training a core course.

Specialty classes

Babysitter's classes $55.00

This class is held monthy. The course is for students between the ages of 11-15 years of age. The course trains the pre-teen with life saving skills for choildren and infants. It also teaches leadership skills, safety tips for the household.

Pet CPR & First Aid $16.95

The instructional book and DVD can be purchased for self training. If there is enough interest, this course can be instructor led.

Challenge Fee $30.00

This is offered to the individiual that does not want to sit through an instructor led course. and feels they know the material and can pass the written and skills test. The challenge is by appointment only. Please contact Roberto Mendoza or Tammy Forrester at the chapter.