Services
Disaster Services
People affected by disaster need to know that they have a place to stay, food to eat and emotional support as they take the first steps to recovery.
Each year, the American Red Cross responds to more than 70,000 disasters nationwide. While the vast majority of these disasters are single- family and apartment home fires, the American Red Cross stands ready to support all affected in their immediate emergency needs. Additionally, the American Red Cross provides immediate support to first responders. With expertise in meeting the human needs associated with disasters, we are integrated into state and local government agency disaster planning exercises and response efforts. We partner with local, state and federal governments; community organizations; and corporate supporters to provide emergency shelter, food and health and mental health services as well as resources and referrals to aid in recovery.
Armed Forces Services
Long separations caused by military service create special needs for military families. The Red Cross provides training and support to active-duty military members, National Guard and Reserve members, veterans and their families. We also provide emergency communication services, support for the sick and wounded at military and veterans hospitals and assistance in obtaining emergency financial support.
Health and Safety Services
American Red Cross training and educational programs help to save lives and empower people to respond to disasters and other life-threatening emergencies—from a hurricane to a heart attack. The American Red Cross helps ensure that individuals, families and organizations are prepared for disasters and other life-threatening emergencies through developing and implementing lifesaving training and education programs and materials. More than 15 million people each year gain lifesaving skills and preparedness information—including first aid, CPR and the use of defibrillators—through their local Red Cross chapter. As a result, our communities are safer because of Red Cross training.
