Serving the Community since 1918... Together, we can save a life.
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Disaster Action Team (DAT) meetings are generally held once
a month. The meetings are open to the public but be sure to call ahead
for the meeting location. Some of the monthly meetings
are replaced with disaster exercises or field trips. Our field trips
are designed to allow the DAT to interact with other disaster and emergency
services. One benefit of being on the DAT is that all related training
is provided for free.
Preregistration is requested for all Disaster Services courses (except the Introduction Course.) You may preregister by email to appredcross@mindspring.com or call the Chapter during normal business hours at 865-483-5641. INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER SERVICES This a prerequisite course for all other Disaster Services courses. This video-based course will introduce you to disasters, the community response, and the role of Red Cross Disaster Services. This is the first course you will receive as a disaster volunteer. New volunteers can check the video out of the Chapter's library for up to a week to take the course. Periodically, the course is also taught at the Chapter house. LOGISTICS: AN OVERVIEW The course provides basic information about the activities and processes of the Logistics function in support of an American Red Cross disaster relief operation. Participants learn about the skills, abilities and knowledge needed by logistics workers and how they can get started in the local chapter. (Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services) LOGISTICS SIMULATION This course provides participants an opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills needed to run a successful logistical operation in their local chapter. (Prerequisites: Introduction to Disaster Services and Logistics: An Overview) FAMILY SERVICES: PROVIDING EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE This course is designed to introduce Red Cross employees and volunteers to the Family Service function. Participants will learn the skills and tools needed to conduct an effective client interview. (Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services)
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