The American Red Cross is offering a new series of training in the Omaha and Council Bluffs metro area for those interested in becoming volunteers.
“When the recent flooding occurred in our region, we had so many people wanting to volunteer, and we could not have had the response we did without the work of hundreds of volunteers,” said Jill Orton, Region Executive of the American Red Cross of Kansas, Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. “The training we are offering will prepare people to be able to provide key services so the next time a disaster occurs, more volunteers can immediately step in and help those in need.”
he following training sessions are scheduled for the Omaha-Council Bluffs Metro area:
·May 11, 1-4 p.m. - Disaster Action Team Mock Fire Call
Attendees will go through a mock home fire response to get a firsthand look at the services Disaster Action Teams provide for people affected by fire.
·May 18, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - Shelter Fundamentals
Attendees will be trained in the proper procedures to set up and run a shelter.
·May 20, 5-9 p.m. - Disaster Action Team Training
Attendees will complete training necessary to become a Disaster Action Team (DAT) member.
·June 5, 5-9 p.m. - Disaster Action Team Training
Attendees will complete training necessary to become a Disaster Action Team (DAT) member.
·June 11, 5-9 p.m. - Disaster Action Team Training
Attendees will complete training necessary to become a Disaster Action Team member.
All the training session will take place at the Omaha Red Cross Chapter Office at 2912 S. 80th Avenue.
No previous experience is required. To learn more about volunteer opportunities and to register as a volunteer click here.