Services

Have a question about the services that the Rio Colorado Chapter of the American Red Cross provides? Below are some frequently asked questions.

What can people expect from the American Red Cross during times of disaster?
Red Cross disaster relief focuses on meeting the emergency disaster-caused needs of individuals and families. When a disaster threatens or strikes, we provide shelter, food, and health and mental health services, which address basic human needs.

All assistance is based on verified disaster-caused needs and all assistance is free—literally a gift as a result of the generous support of the your neighbors.

The Red Cross also feeds disaster victims and emergency workers, handles inquiries from concerned immediate family members outside the disaster-affected area, provides blood and blood products to disaster victims, and links disaster victims to other available resources.

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What is the role of Red Cross workers with the military?
The Red Cross mission is to keep the American people in touch with their family members serving in the armed forces. To accomplish this work, Red Cross workers frequently deploy on assignment with military forces to keep the communication link operational around the clock and around the globe. Other Red Cross services are made available to military personnel on an as needed basis just as they are in the civilian communities.

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How can I help my community?
Working with neighbors can save lives and property. Meet with your neighbors to plan how the neighborhood could plan for a disaster. If you're a member of a neighborhood organization, such as a home association or crime watch group, introduce disaster preparedness as a new activity.

Know your neighbors' special skills (e.g., medical, technical) and consider how you could help neighbors who have special needs, such as disabled and elderly persons. Get prepared by attending our Disaster Services Training Courses.

Become a Red Cross volunteer. Many different positions are available. No previous experience is needed, and all training is free.

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