Evacuation Shelter Fundamentals and Simulation

Santa Rosa County Emergency  Management

The American Red Cross of North Florida is hosting a Shelter Fundamentals and Simulation event on Sat., May 13 at noon.

Clyde L. Gracey Community Center

The American Red Cross of North Florida is hosting a Shelter Fundamentals and Simulation event on Sat., May 13 at noon. The event will be hosted at the Clyde L. Gracey Community Center, 5629 Byrom St. in Milton. The event is open to any potential evacuation shelter volunteers, observers, and partners.The first hour of the event will be the shelter fundamentals portion for partners and community members to learn:<ul><li>Understand the Red Cross philosophy and principles of sheltering </li><li>Identify client needs </li><li>Describe different types of shelters </li><li>Identify how an evacuation shelter is structured and operates </li><li>Understand the activities and tasks that take place in shelters </li><li>Understand the type of work shelter workers will perform and how to do it</li></ul>The shelter simulation portion will provide practical experience on various tasks required to maintain a functioning shelter. It will also expose participants to the types of situations they may encounter. The simulation is a good opportunity for participants to practice skills, discuss ways to handle situations that may arise, promote teamwork and reinforce understanding of shelter needs while in operation. Register early to secure a spot, space is limited to 200 participants. For more information about the event contact Kelly Banks, DIsaster Program Manager, at kelly.banks@redcross.org or 850-602-9339.

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