Dear Colleagues

I spoke with American REd cross this AM and they state there are 4 centers open to accomodate evacauess as they arrive

RN NP volunteers and lay people are needed BUT ALL need to have back ground check cleared

Take these steps

1. Sign up as volunteer at american red cross website
2. State you are an NP from the local NTNP chapter and wish to volunteer
3. They will expedite back ground check quicker if you are a health care professional
4. Once you are cleared you will need to take an online web course (quick) on disaster preparedeness etc and what you can do and what you cannot do
5. Once you are cleared - they will notify where the help is needed

Donations for American RED cross stipulations

1. ALL BRAND NEW - water ; toiletries; tooth paste brushes- hair products; socks under wear; bag packs - school supllies (school is starting); towels.
2. Baby diapers (various ages).
3. ALL ages and men and women

Start collecting and bring to our next meeting!

Remember, it is the aftermath of extended flooding that is the problem. I will keep you posted.

Thank you for all your help

Mona Cheung