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when someone needs shelter after they have lost their home to a wildfire, flooding, or medication after it was destroyed in a catastrophic hurricane.
Join us on Red Cross Giving Day — March 22, to provide people hope and help in moments of heartbreak and devastation. 👉🏽 https://rdcrss.org/3FFN2lK
Red Cross Volunteers from El Paso and New Mexico had the privilage of volunteering at the Bataan Death March at White Sands Missle Range on Sunday, Mar 19th. Volunteers not only had the opportunity to assist those who participated in the march with much needed care but also got to work together and represent Red Cross with volunteers from both Regions.
Many thanks to those who worked together with other organizations organized by the Emergency Medical Task Force - Region 9 of Texas. Volunteers provided a variety of care from transportation of those needing medical assistance, to checking them into the mobile medical unit based upon the level of care needed, supplying hydration, and preparing and stocking supples used by physicians to treat a variety of medical needs.
Pictured are JoAnne Barrett of New Mexico and Patrick Ford and Dawn Charleswell from El Paso.
***Disaster Services Update*** Over the past week, the American Red Cross of Arizona - New Mexico Region responded to 25 disasters, mostly home fires providing emergency assistance and support to 68 individuals.
Thank you to all of our Red Cross volunteers & staff for their support throughout New Mexico and Arizona.
- Prevent injuries after a flood by staying away from floodwaters and water near downed power lines. Floodwaters may contain wildlife, sewage and sharp objects that could harm you.
For more ways to keep yourself and your family safe after a flood, tap here ➡️ https://rdcrss.org/3mOMuTT
As pet owners know, our four-legged friends can be mischievous at times, and often can be the cause of home fires. Here are a few tips from the Red Cross on keeping your furry pets safe at home.
By Communications Volunteer Roxanne Schorbach Pets are an essential part of many families and it’s important that they be included in your home fire safety plan. It’s always good to have your pet&#…
A big thank you to the volunteers and our partners who participated in recent Sound the Alarm rallies in Carlsbad, New Mexico and in Tempe, Arizona (top photo).
In NM, 311 people were made safer with 304 alarms installed in 88 homes. In AZ, 77 alarms were installed in 24 homes with 74 people being educated.
Great teamwork!
- "As a Deacon with the Southern Baptist Church, I was thinking about what I could do to serve the community and how I could use the skills I obtained to help others."
Meet Arizona Red Cross volunteer Patrick Simmons who provides disaster spiritual care and emotional support to those who have lost everything. Spiritual Care is part of the assistance the Red Cross offers if you or a family experience a disaster, large or small. Many of our volunteers, like Patrick, care for people emotionally and spiritually after such a traumatic event. This role is so crucial to our mission during difficult times. "Thank You, Patrick!
To read more of Patrick's interview, visit:
https://aznmredcrossblogorg.wordpress.com/2023/03/16/volunteer-spotlight-patrick-simmons/
If you are interested in becoming a Red Cross volunteer, sign up today- Redcross.org/volunteer
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Join us on ✨ March 22 ✨ for our annual Giving Day! You can help people who have had their world turned upside down after a disaster by making a generous gift. Your support on Giving Day and beyond enables us to provide people with critical resources like shelter, food, relief supplies, emotional support and other assistance when they need it most.
, please join us on March 22 and learn how your support makes a difference: https://rdcrss.org/42c9xs7
Prepare for a few storms this afternoon with locally heavy rainfall. Initial rain will continue to progress west to east across New Mexico, and storms are expected to move through this evening.
Here's something to remember: Turn Around, Don't Drown. Do not drive through potentially flooded areas; your life depends on it.
You can access more flood preparedness information here:
http://www.redcross.org/prepare/disaster/flood
Create an escape plan. Be prepared. Check your smoke alarms.
Congratulations to our Regional Services to Armed Forces (SAF) Casework lead, Marie Canty (center), for receiving the prestigious Presidential Volunteer Service Award. AZ NM Regional Director to SAF Jose Rodriguez and AZ NM Regional Program Manager Riley Swanson (left) presented the award to Marie.
The President’s Volunteer Service Award was founded in 2003 to recognize the important role of volunteers. The award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities around the nation and inspires those around them to take action.
New Mexico volunteers have been deployed to California. Thank you for helping with sheltering, meal distribution, damage assessment but most importantly providing comfort and care.
If this is something you’d like to do, volunteer with us! Go to www.redcross.org to apply today ⛑️
***Disaster Services Update*** Over the past week, the American Red Cross of Arizona - New Mexico Region responded to 48 disasters, mostly home fires providing emergency assistance and support to 113 individuals.
Thank you to all of our Red Cross volunteers & staff for their support throughout New Mexico and Arizona.
Another storm is due to hit California today which could bring more dangerous flooding after a weekend storm caused flooding, evacuations, levee breaches and numerous water rescues. The Red Cross is on the ground providing comfort and care to those affected. In just the past two weeks 400 Red Cross disaster workers have sheltered over 600 people. We couldn’t do this work without your support. Help people affected by disasters like floods, fires and countless other crises by making a gift to American Red Cross Disaster Relief.
Yet another atmospheric river is poised to hit California today which could bring more dangerous flooding to the region. The American Red Cross is responding all over the state alongside local and state officials to help ensure people get the assistance they need.
Hello New Mexico - Are you ready to "spring ahead" this weekend? While adjusting those clocks on Sunday, don't forget to "Turn and Test" to help keep loved ones safe during one of our nation's most frequent disasters.
For more information, visits our blog: https://rdcrss.org/3FeMovo
Following a proud legacy the Red Cross has with active duty military, veterans, and military families for over 140 years, our caseworkers reach out to new military families to welcome them to Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces.
They are briefed on how to use the Hero Care Network which provides assistance for families to get a message to their service member regarding an emergency at home.
They also follow up with the family after the delivery of the message to see if there are any other services they need.
Lastly, caseworkers connect veterans and military families with local resources to assist the client to accessing our partner organizations based upon their specific need.
Our caseworkers are proud to assist our military, veterans and military families in times of great need and emergencies.
Here is Rosalie Torres, one of our caseworker volunteers, talking with a military family.
Thank you to the City of Queen Creek, Arizona, and Mayor Wheatley for reading the proclamation during the Town Council Meeting for proclaiming March as Red Cross Month! As well as the community chambers lit up red in honor of Red Cross Month.
This month we honor the commitment of our volunteers, financial donors, and blood donors who support individuals and families in need.
- Disaster preparedness, response, and recovery cannot be done effectively without the help of our volunteers.
Meet Donna Velasquez, an Information and Planning Lead Volunteer. Donna's position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. This position aims to perform Information Planning readiness and capacity-building activities to enable effective service delivery during disaster responses. The data compiled support reports to donors about the effective use of the resources they have provided to the Red Cross.
Donna is deeply committed to the well-being of the communities we serve and is pleased to be able to help when disasters affect her communities. "We're grateful to the Red Cross for the aid and comfort they provide during families' darkest days. And I am happy to support their relief efforts," said Donna.
To read more of Ira's interview with Donna, visit: https://aznmredcrossblogorg.wordpress.com/2023/03/09/volunteer-spotlight-donna-velasquez/
If you are interested in becoming a Red Cross volunteer, you can find information on ways to help at: redcross.org/volunteer
We're conducting a series of wildfire workshops in New Mexico since it's always a good idea to be prepared. Be sure and sign up for one!
By Communications Volunteer Bob Wilkerson/Photos by Communications Volunteer Wendy Wilkerson The American Red Cross is conducting a series of Wildfire Preparedness Workshops in partnership with the…
In honor of and we’d like to take the time to recognize our Executive Director, Kathy Segura-Salas!
Kathy will be celebrating 23 years of service with the Red Cross this year and we couldn’t be more honored to have her as our leader here in New Mexico; thank you for helping make this world a better place!
A free workshop for Veterans, their family members, and friends, Wednesday March 29 from 6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m. at the Santa Fe Community College Veterans Resource Center. This months topic is EMOTIONAL GRIT. All are welcome to attend. Room LL302 located at the base of the campus center stairwell. Call 480-313-1296 or https://NMRedCross.eventbrite.com to register and for full information.
This is an engaging and informative workshop to break down stereotypes and misconceptions about depression and how to approach it.
***Disaster Services Update*** Over the past week, the American Red Cross of Arizona - New Mexico Region responded to 47 disasters, mostly home fires providing emergency assistance and support to 111 individuals.
Thank you to all of our Red Cross volunteers & staff for their support throughout New Mexico and Arizona.
We have not one, not two, but THREE winners from our first interactive post!
Congratulations to Rebecca Roybal, Stephanie Segura-Salas and Dawn Konrath! 🏅
Be on the look out for more ways to win Red Cross swag!
A winter storm could bring heavy snow and ice in parts of the Midwest and Northeast into the weekend, and winter weather advisories have already been issued. ❄️
Take time to protect yourself, your loved ones and your home now — tap here for what to do before, during and after a winter storm. ➡️ https://rdcrss.org/3J8LmDt
Join our Disaster Action Team and help the people in your community!
Go to www.redcross.org to sign up to be a volunteer today!
Volunteers we want to hear from you! Tell us what your role is and your years of service to be entered to win one of our Red Cross tote bags!
Winner will be announced tomorrow!!
Did you know that March is Red Cross Month?!Thank you to all the New Mexico volunteers that give their time to provide our services to all the communities in the Land of Enchantment.
To help us kick off March is Red Cross Month please share what your role is with Red Cross and how many years you’ve been volunteering.
You will then be entered to win one of our great Red Cross tote bags!! Winner will be announced Monday 3/6!
Do you want to help make a difference in your community? With the American Red Cross you can do just that. Ask us how to become a volunteer today.
https://www.redcross.org/
Don’t forget to enter our contest! ⬇️⬇️ winner announced Monday 3/6!
Did you know that March is Red Cross Month?!Thank you to all the New Mexico volunteers that give their time to provide our services to all the communities in the Land of Enchantment.
To help us kick off March is Red Cross Month please share what your role is with Red Cross and how many years you’ve been volunteering.
You will then be entered to win one of our great Red Cross tote bags!! Winner will be announced Monday 3/6!
Did you know that March is Red Cross Month?!Thank you to all the New Mexico volunteers that give their time to provide our services to all the communities in the Land of Enchantment.
To help us kick off March is Red Cross Month please share what your role is with Red Cross and how many years you’ve been volunteering.
You will then be entered to win one of our great Red Cross tote bags!! Winner will be announced Monday 3/6!
Our fabulous Service to the Armed Forces volunteer, Rosalie Torres has been volunteering her time once a month at Kirtland Air Force Base for the New Comers Event. Thank you for your 23 years of service, Rosalie!
As we kick off Women's History Month today, we want to honor the founder of the Red Cross Nursing Program who also served three years in Bisbee, AZ.
Story by Roxanne Schorbach, Red Cross Visual Storyteller Nurses have been the backbone of the medical field since its inception. Clara Barton, Founder of the American Red Cross, “worked as an…
***Disaster Service Update*** Over the past week, the American Red Cross of Arizona - New Mexico Region responded to 27 disasters, mostly home fires providing emergency assistance and support to 71 individuals. Thank you to all of our Red Cross volunteers & staff for their support throughout New Mexico and Arizona
We had another successful Smoke Alarm Rally in Farmington. Thanks to the Farmington NM Firefighters and American Red Cross staff/volunteers who made this event a huge success!
⚡A heart attack can happen at any moment.⚡
Would you know how to help a person who suffered a heart attack near you❓
Learn what to do during unexpected emergencies like a heart attack by signing up for a first aid class this . ➡️ https://rdcrss.org/3ECJ8JX
Just one day of your life can change someone else's forever. Alongside community partners, Red Cross volunteers have installed over 2.5 MILLION smoke alarms through our Home Fire Campaign! That's a huge achievement that has resulted in saving over 1,500 lives. 🎉
If you want to volunteer in your community, tap this link to sign up for the next smoke alarm installation rally: soundthealarm.org/aznm
With support from thousands of community partners, volunteers, donors and other supporters, the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign has achieved its goal of installing…
- Red Cross Bloggers and Feature Writers are part of creating content. The communications volunteer team makes professionally-written content for news releases, media alerts, and regional platforms, including blogs, social media feeds, and other outlets.
Meet Ed Alexander, who brings excellent communications skills to the team as a former Radio DJ and Talk Show host. Ed's relationship skills enhance leadership and communication skills, and he interacts with various people across the region's communication team. Ed supports the Regional Communications and Public Affairs department in Arizona and New Mexico. Thank you, Ed, for your extraordinary commitment to the Red Cross Mission. To read more about our interview with Ed, visit https://aznmredcrossblogorg.wordpress.com/2023/02/23/volunteer-spotlight-ed-alexander/.
A free confidential workshop for Veterans, their family members, and friends, Tuesday Feb 28 from 6:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at the Santa Fe Community College Veterans Resource Center.
This months topic is EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION. All are welcome to attend. Room LL302 located at the base of the campus center stairwell. Call 480-313-1296 or email [email protected] for full information.
- This month, we have honored the incredible Black men and women who contributed to the legacy of the American Red Cross. Frances Reed Elliott Davis is probably not someone you learned about in school. She carries the distinction of being the first Black American Red Cross nurse, which is incredible enough. Still, she also ensured breaking down other walls for those who would come after her: she helped to organize the first training school for Black nurses. Our organization wouldn't be the one it is without her, so we remember Frances Reed Elliott Davis today.
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American Red Cross Volunteers continue to help with the clean-up efforts in Florida over a month after Hurricane Ian's destruction. AZ NM Volunteer Ken Edelblute sends this video of a 7-Eleven store that's barely standing. Learn more about becoming a Red Cross volunteer at redcross.org/volunteer
Thank you to Volunteer Ken Edelblute for sending this video, describing the destruction from Hurricane Ian in the Fort Myers area. We'll continue to have volunteers in Florida assisting residents for as long as necessary. If you'd like to join our team as a volunteer, go to redcross.org/volunteer #fallintoservice
#FirePreventionWeekTipoftheDay #4 - This week is National Fire Prevention Week and a necessary time to look at preventing fires both at your office and at home. Smoke Alarms • Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home. For the best protection, interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the house. When one sounds, they all sound. • Test smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button. • Replace smoke alarms every ten years. • Make sure everyone can hear the smoke alarms and teach your children what smoke alarms sound like and what to do when they hear one. #Firepreventionweek #EndHomeFires
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth, the perfect time to prepare for these extreme weather events. Climate change is affecting people across the country as the U.S. faces more frequent and intense weather events. During National Preparedness Month, the American Red Cross urges everyone to prepare for these emergencies. In 2021 more than 40% of Americans, some 130 million people, were living in a county struck by a climate disaster. This summer, flooding and wildfires in Arizona and New Mexico and multiple heat waves nationwide clearly show how more intense climate-related disasters are happening more often and devastating communities. HOW TO GET READY FOR A DISASTER It takes three simple steps to help prepare your family for potential disasters — 1) Get a Kit. 2) Make a Plan. 3) Be Informed. Michael Young, Red Cross Regional Disaster Manager, talks about National Preparedness Month and the items you should have in a survival kit if a disaster strikes. Thank you, Michael! #FallintoService: The American Red Cross relies on volunteers to help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Volunteers make up over 90 percent of the disaster workforce. Join today at Redcross.org/volunteertoday.
In October of 2014, The #RedCross launched the Home Fire Campaign, #SoundtheAlarm (STA), to reduce the number of lives lost to fires by installing smoke alarms and educating the public about fire safety. The Red Cross #HomeFire Campaign has helped save an amazing 1,275 lives since launching in October 2014. Arizona and New Mexico have been some of the top regions throughout the nation, leading this campaign. Since 2015, the AZNM Region has installed over 32,080 free smoke alarms and made thousands of homes safer, thanks to our community partners throughout Arizona and New Mexico. Ashley Bevier, Red Cross Regional Preparedness Manager, " It is truly inspiring to see how our volunteers' efforts collectively make a profound and lifesaving difference to all the families we have educated and help make their home safer." Please check out this safety video @ashleybevier and @Emilyhawbaker did to teach families about home fire safety tips and how to protect your family and pets. LEARN MORE HERE: Redcross.org/soundthealarm. #EndHomeFires
"No one should ever feel alone," said Jane Vigil. It's traumatic enough to be evacuated from your home and move your family of five, Jane's husband and three grandsons they are raising, an 8 yr old, 3 yr old, and a one-year-old. But when evacuees' world is upside down, we have trained Red Cross volunteers at the shelters providing relief and support to residents like Jane and her family. "Disasters happen, but the volunteers showed support and comfort," said Jane Vigil. "Thank you to all the Red Cross volunteers." The New Mexico team thanks all the volunteers who traveled from across the country to help New Mexico communities recover from wildfires and deliver the Red Cross mission. "Turn compassion into action." If you'd like to become a volunteer, go to www.redcross.org/volunteer to learn more about joining our team. You can also join us for an information session every Thursday at 10 am AZ/11 am NM time at http://tinyurl.com/AZNMRedCrossInfoSession
Meet Sherra Mills, from Ashville, NC, who assists the Red Cross as a nurse in Disaster Health Services (DHS). Sherra wanted to volunteer for the Red Cross from a young age, so when her last child was grown, she finally got to live out her dream. For one week each month, Sherra is on-call for the Red Cross for any medical emergency that has occurred due to a disaster. “I find out what medical needs they might have; things like glasses, medications, and medical equipment. When I’m on deployment, I’m in the shelters and go wherever I am needed. Yesterday I helped a gentleman pay for his medication. His pharmacy was going to charge him $279, and I was able to get it down to $8.75 using a pharmacy resource that I had. Every day is different, and I like the variety. I’ve learned that many of these people I help have lost everything. It’s the worst time of their lives, and if I can be there to even help with a Band-Aid, it makes them feel like they are seen and heard. I hope others consider joining the Red Cross. You can not only work nationally, but you can also work internationally. There is a job for everyone in the Red Cross!” If you’d like to become a volunteer, go to www.redcross.org/volunteer to learn more about joining our team. You can also use it for an information session every Thursday at 10 am AZ/11 am NM time at http://tinyurl.com/AZNMRedCrossInfoSession.
More extreme weather means more shelter support and health care professionals' volunteers are needed. On this National Volunteer Week, The American Red Cross invites you to turn your compassion into action by becoming a volunteer. Public Information Volunteer Mike Sagara shares his experience as a disaster action team member. Sign-up to volunteer today at www.redcross.org/volunteer. Join us for an information session every Thursday 10 am AZ/11 am NM here: https://tinyurl.com/AZNMRedCrossInfoSession
***Disaster Services Update*** It takes volunteers and communities to support The American Red Cross Mission! #EndHomeFires - Over the past two weeks, January 31st thru February 6th, our dedicated and trained Arizona and New Mexico Red Cross volunteers teams cared for over 540 people after more than 200 cases opened across Arizona and New Mexico. Home fires claim seven lives every day, but you can help change that. This summer, join our national movement “Sound the Alarm” and pledge to keep your family safe by taking 2 simple steps: 1) Practice your 2-minute escape drill 2) Test your smoke alarms monthly. Thank you to all who came out to support our mission. You can also help those in your community impacted by home fires and other disasters by donating to: https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/ Volunteers are the backbone of the American Red Cross, and we welcome you to consider joining our team. We have volunteer opportunities to match a wide range of interests and time commitments. Contact your local chapter to learn more about what is available in your area. https://www.redcross.org/local/az-nm/volunteer.html
It takes volunteers and communities to support The American Red Cross Mission! #EndHomeFires - Over the past two weeks, January 24th thru 30th, our dedicated and trained Arizona and New Mexico Red Cross volunteers teams cared for over 100 people after more than 44 cases opened across Arizona and New Mexico. Home fires claim seven lives every day, but you can help change that. This summer, join our national movement, “Sound the Alarm,” and pledge to keep your family safe by taking two simple steps: 1) Practice your 2-minute escape drill 2) Test your smoke alarms monthly. Thank you to all who came out to support our mission. You can also help those in your community impacted by home fires and other disasters by donating to: https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/ Volunteers are the backbone of the American Red Cross, and we welcome you to consider joining our team. We have volunteer opportunities to match a wide range of interests and time commitments. Contact your local chapter to learn more about what is available in your area. https://www.redcross.org/local/az-nm/volunteer.html.
Right-pointing triangle The holidays are almost here, and it’s time to start cooking! Follow these steps in case of a stovetop fire Fire. #redcrossaz #redcrossnm
Our Veterans continue to serve our country.
NM Red Cross celebrates Veterans Day and reminds everyone about services to our Veterans including our Resiliency Workshops. Thank you to all Veterans.
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