Red Cross seeking vols to take disaster boot camp

CONCORD, N.H. - To train additional Red Cross volunteers in the middle and southern New Hampshire territory, a Red Cross Disaster Bootcamp will be held on Nov. 4-6 in Keene.

People who have some time to volunteer are urged to sign up as a Red Cross volunteer and join this fast track training so that when the call goes out, volunteers will mobilize.

In the New Hampshire and Vermont region, the Red Cross deploys volunteers to respond to disasters that displace families, on average, every 17 hours. In addition, some volunteers choose to deploy on national disaster responses such as the ongoing response to Hurricane Matthew. A strong corps of volunteers trained to deliver comfort and care is priority to ensure that no family goes without.

The need for volunteers across the region is critical. While pockets of dedicated volunteers continue to support the people in their territories around our two states, more hands are needed for the work that the Red Cross does here in New Hampshire and Vermont.

The Disaster Bootcamp is a fast track training opportunity for individuals interested in becoming an American Red Cross Disaster Responder. The Bootcamp is a day-and-a-half-long training session to become a Disaster Response Volunteer. It is also an opportunity for current Disaster Responders to brush up on vital skills. Sign up online: http://www.redcross.org/local/nhvt/volunteer then scroll down to DISASTER BOOT CAMP VOLUNTEER APPLICATION and click on it.

Deadline to initiate the application process is Oct. 24, 2016

Deadline to complete the application process is Oct. 26, 2016

Bootcamp Dates & Times

Friday, November 4th, 5pm-9pm

Saturday, November 5th, 8:30am-5pm

Sunday, November 6th, 8:30am-4pm

As part of this process, you will fill out an application and navigate through a checklist of actions (intake) in order to become a Red Cross volunteer. Once you have completed the intake process you will be contacted by a Program Manager with more information to get you prepared for the Boot Camp.

If you are interested in the Disaster Boot Camp, please contact Linda Hokit for more information at linda.hokit@redcross.org or (802) 660-9130 x105.

Anyone interested in information regarding accommodations should contact Edward Blanchard, Red Cross Disaster Program Manager at 603-513-9895 or Edward.blanchard@redcross.org.