Red Cross To Host Multi-Agency Resource Center For Hitterdal Families Affected By Apartment Fire

The American Red Cross will be organizing a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for victims of the apartment fire in Hitterdal, MN. The MARC will be open from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29^th at the Hitterdal Community Center located at 101Vikings Avenue South

The purpose of the MARC is to bring local agencies together and create a ‘one-stop shop’ that provides resources for families affected by disaster. Organizations that will be present include the Red Cross, Salem Lutheran Church, the Salvation Army, Rural Enrichment and Counseling Headquarters, Inc. (REACH) Food Pantry, Eyecare Associates, and Pro Clean.

You can help people affected by disasters like home fires and countless other crises by making a donation to support American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. Visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or text the REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

The city of Hitterdal has set up a fund to help families affected by the fire at the State Bank of Lake Park.

For more Red Cross fire safety and preparedness information, visit redcross.org/homefires.

Red Cross Community Course Schedules - Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (Aug. 7, 2012) — Each year, more than 5 million people learn lifesaving skills in American Red Cross training classes and people in the Jamestown area, can join the ranks of these everyday heroes by taking a class now.

The First Aid and CPR/AED course teaches people how to perform CPR and use an AED, what to do if someone is choking, and how to prevent and respond to other emergencies until advanced medical help arrives. Course participants also learn how to control bleeding as well as how to care for seizures and other sudden illnesses, as well as will be offered for specialization in pediatric lifesaving skills.

The Babysitter’s Training course will give 11-15 year-olds the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants, as well as some tools to help them get started in their own babysitting business.

Caregiving skills take prospective young sitters from feeding to diapering and playtime to bedtime routines. Participants also learn how to handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents.

Red Cross training courses meet OSHA guidelines, feature hands-on skills practice and include 2 year certifications, free digital materials and skill refreshers. Visit redcross.org/training or call 1-800-RED-CROSS for details and to register for a class.

Courses are subject to cancellation without notification. Advance registration is required.

Minn-Kota Chapter 2602 12th St. North, Fargo, ND

                           

Course	Date	Time	Location	Cost
Pediatric CPR/AED Review	8/13/2012	6:00-8:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	8/13/2012	8:00-10:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	8/14/2012	6:30-9:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Babysitter’s Training	8/15/2012	9:30am-4:00pm	Chapter Office	$85.00
First Aid Review	8/16/2012	12:30-2:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED*	9/6/2012	9:00-10:30am	Chapter Office	$70.00
First Aid*	9/6/2012	9:00-10:30am	Chapter Office	$70.00
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer*	9/6/2012	9:00-10:30am	Chapter Office	$110.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	9/8/2012	9:00-11:30am	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	9/8/2012	12:30-2:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Pediatric CPR/AED Review	9/10/2012	6:00-8:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	9/10/2012	8:00-10:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	9/11/2012	6:30-9:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	9/13/2012	9:00-11:30am	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	9/13/2012	12:30-2:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	9/13/2012	6:30-8:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	10/13/2012	9:00-11:30am	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	10/13/2012	12:00-2:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Pediatric CPR/AED Review	10/15/2012	6:00-8:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	10/15/2012	8:00-10:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	10/16/2012	6:30-9:00pm	Chapter Office	$55.00
*Web Based/Classroom-Online component must be completed before class.
Course	Date	Time	Location	Cost
Adult CPR/AED Review	10/18/2012	9:00-11:30am	Chapter Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	10/18/2012	12:30-2:30pm	Chapter Office	$55.00

Red Cross Community Course Schedules - Fergus Falls

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (Aug. 7, 2012) — Each year, more than 5 million people learn lifesaving skills in American Red Cross training classes and people in the Jamestown area, can join the ranks of these everyday heroes by taking a class now.

The First Aid and CPR/AED course teaches people how to perform CPR and use an AED, what to do if someone is choking, and how to prevent and respond to other emergencies until advanced medical help arrives. Course participants also learn how to control bleeding as well as how to care for seizures and other sudden illnesses, as well as will be offered for specialization in pediatric lifesaving skills.

The Babysitter’s Training course will give 11-15 year-olds the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants, as well as some tools to help them get started in their own babysitting business.

Caregiving skills take prospective young sitters from feeding to diapering and playtime to bedtime routines. Participants also learn how to handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents.

Red Cross training courses meet OSHA guidelines, feature hands-on skills practice and include 2 year certifications, free digital materials and skill refreshers. Visit redcross.org/training or call 1-800-RED-CROSS for details and to register for a class.

Courses are subject to cancellation without notification. Advance registration is required.

Fergus Falls Branch Office 221 West Cavour Ave. Fergus Falls, MN

                           

Course	Date	Time	Location	Cost
Adult CPR/AED Review	8/13/2012	5:00-7:30pm	Fergus Falls Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	9/11/2012	4:00-6:00pm	Fergus Falls Office	$55.00
Pediatric CPR/AED Review	10/11/2012	5:30-8:00pm	Fergus Falls Office	$55.00
First Aid Review	10/20/2012	11:30am-1:00pm	Fergus Falls Office	$55.00
Adult CPR/AED Review	10/20/2012	9:30-11:30am	Fergus Falls Office	$55.00