The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Our mission is more than words. We always aim to prevent and relieve suffering with every action. The Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to people affected by disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is not a government agency. The Red Cross is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission.
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Mark your calendars for a very special LinkedIn Live on October 16 at 2:00 p.m. ET. You’ll hear from cardiac arrest survivor Tony Suleski and his wife Maggie Jensen. When Tony suddenly collapsed last October 2023, bystanders and members of emergency response teams assisted and performed CPR. Tony and Maggie will tell their story and lessons learned during this powerful Live event.
Accidents and emergencies can happen anytime at home, in the workplace or the community. Every second counts when a cardiac arrest occurs, and it’s critical to know what to do in the moments that matter. ? Know the signs of sudden cardiac arrest, which include unconsciousness, not breathing or gasping for air. ?? Help by calling or having someone else call 911, start CPR and use an AED if available. Build your skills and confidence to act in an emergency by getting trained. Visit redcross.org/take-a-class to sign up for first aid, CPR or AED training. #WorldRestartAHeartDay #CPRsaveslives
“They just didn’t expect it would be this bad.” ?? Marcy Huey, a Red Cross volunteer from Warren, PA, discusses her recent deployment to Florida to help people affected by Hurricane Helene. One couple she spoke to was still recovering from Hurricane Idalia when Helene hit and annihilated their home.
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After driving an emergency response vehicle from Pennsylvania to Tennessee, Brian Shaub, a Red Cross volunteer from Lancaster County, got right to work helping people impacted by Hurricane Helene. His first stop was providing hot meals in Del Rio, Tennessee, a town on the French Broad River, about 50 miles from Asheville, North Carolina. “Everything was wiped out about 100 to 200 feet on either side of the river,” Brian said. “You wouldn’t even know there were houses along some parts of the river. There’s a lot of need here.” Brian is now in Georgia and has delivered hundreds of hot meals to families affected by Helene. He shared that he and his teammate are connecting with local first responders and others in the community to help locate additional people in need. “They know where the pain is, and once you find it, there’s a bunch more in the neighborhood.” The American Red Cross is working nonstop, alongside our partners, to provide shelter, food, water, relief supplies and comfort to those coping with the destruction left behind by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Red Cross has been helping people since this onslaught of devastating weather began and will be supporting people in the weeks and months to come.
"I have family who have gone through a hurricane." Fred Mccorkle, of Altoona, has been a Red Cross volunteer for about two years. His usual role is transporting blood donations from Red Cross blood processing centers to local hospitals, but after hearing about the need for disaster volunteers, he jumped in to help and deployed to Florida, where he's serving meals to people affected by Hurricane Milton. Disasters this large require a team effort and we rely on community partners and generous donors to ensure we can mobilize quickly when it matters most. ??
Dozens of disaster workers from the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania are on the ground across the Southeast, caring for people impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Others, like Judy Hurtt of Harrisburg, are supporting disaster relief efforts virtually. She is helping on the Red Cross Reunification team, which helps families reconnect with their loved ones. After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, many communities were affected by widespread power outages and limited internet connectivity, making it difficult for people to contact their loved ones. Red Cross Reunification teams have been working tirelessly to help families reconnect with their loved ones. "I’m at my best when I’m helping people, so when someone responds that they’ve been in contact with their family or loved one, it fills me up, because I can relate," Judy said. "Every person I’ve connected with has been so grateful for the work we’re doing at the Red Cross." Thank you to Judy and all of the volunteers who are providing comfort to those coping with the unimaginable destruction caused by these storms.
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In the wake of Hurricane Milton, our hearts go out to all those who have lost so much. Milton is the third hurricane to hit Florida this year, following closely after Helene. It has left more than 3 million people without power, dropping over a foot of rain and spawning numerous tornadoes. Red Cross disaster teams remain on the ground in Florida, working closely with local officials and partners to understand exactly what people require and where Red Cross assistance is needed most. This is an immensely difficult time for communities across the Southeast, especially for Floridians. If you would like to help people affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene, here are three things you can do right now. ?? #Milton #Helene
With the damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, it's been a difficult time for everyone affected. It’s important to remember to take care of yourself and reach out for help if you need someone to talk to. If you or a loved one needs help, contact the Disaster Distress Helpline for free 24/7 support by calling or texting 1-800-985-5990. #WorldMentalHealthDay
The American Red Cross is working nonstop, alongside our partners, to support the 83,000 people taking refuge in Florida evacuation shelters as Hurricane Milton slammed into the state. It will be several days before we have a full grasp of the impact this storm had on communities across Central Florida. We will continue to offer safe shelter, comfort and care to those who need it. As Floridians struggle with the new damage from Milton, the Red Cross is working tirelessly in the Carolinas, Georgia and Tennessee to provide shelter, food, water, relief supplies and comfort to those still coping with the unimaginable destruction left behind by Hurricane Helene.