Red Cross to offer free disaster preparedness training

12 years ago

Red Cross to offer

free disaster preparedness training

    PRESQUE ISLE — The Aroostook County Branch of the American Red Cross Pine Tree Chapter will offer two free disaster preparedness courses in April. Disaster Services: An Overview will be held Friday, April 12 from 5-8 p.m. and Client Casework will be held Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The trainings will be held at Transformation Ministries located at 373 Main St. in Presque Isle.

    The purpose of these courses is to provide information about ways participants can help their community prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters. Participants will also learn about volunteer opportunities at their local Red Cross chapter.

    Upon completion, participants will be able to explain how disasters affect people and communities; describe how the community, including the Red Cross, works together in disaster preparedness and response; describe the services the Red Cross provides to people affected by disaster and the principles that guide Red Cross workers in disaster relief situations; identify resources for personal preparedness; determine how to help their community prepare and respond to disasters; and identify next steps to becoming a Red Cross volunteer.

    Early registration is encouraged due to a maximum of 20 in each class. Each participant will receive a certificate of completion that does not expire and is recognized throughout the world. Light refreshments will be served.

    To register, call 493-4620, ext. 108.