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SPECIAL EVENTS & HAPPENINGS!!

Today, the World Health Organziation (WHO) raised the flu alert to the highest level, claring swine influenza (H1N1) a global pandemic. According to WHO, increasing the alert to Phase 6 signifies that swine flu has spread to more countries but does not necessarily mean the virus is causing more severe illness.

Our priority right now is to educate the public on ways to stay healthy and continue to provide vital disaster relief services. There are additional resources available on the H1N1 swine flu.

NEW!!
Class offered just for restaurants!
The Elkhart County Red Cross has a new class just for Restaurants. A 2009 brochure is available or for more information, contact Deb Moore at 574-293-6519 or debm@elkhartredcross.org

Welcome to all of our NEW Faith-Based Organizations!!

The Elkhart County American Red Cross would like to welcome the following organizations to our new FBCI program:

Abundant Life Ministries
Beulah Missionary Church
Central Christian Church of Elkhart
Canaan Baptist Church
Clinton Frame Mennonite
First Mennonite Church of Middlebury
First Church of God, Nappanee
Guidance Ministries
Life Tabernacle Church
Maple City Health Care Center
Middlebury Church of the Brethren
Tolson Center

We are very excited that they are partnering with Elkhart Chapter! These organizations are recieving training and will be ready to respond by opening and running their facility as a shelter in the event a disaster would ever hit Elkhart County.

You too can become a part of the FBCI community.

Be The Coolest Babysitter on the Block....
Check out our BABYSITTING DAY CAMP!!

The Elkhart County American Red Cross is proud to offer you....BABYSITTING DAY CAMP!!

Geared towards youth ages 11 and older, this comprehensive course will teach:

~ Leadership ~

~ Professionalism ~

~ Safety and Safe Play ~

~ Basic Child Care ~

~ Infant and Child CPR ~

~ First Aid ~
~ Water Safety ~

~ Disaster Preparedness ~

~ Pet First Aid ~

Plus....have FUN and meet new people

Course Schedule:

Day 1: Babysitter's Training
Day 2: First Aid and Stages of Child Development

Day 3: Infant and Child CPR

Day 4: Water Safety and Free Swim

Day 5: Pet First Aid and Disaster Preparedness

click here for more information or call 574-293-6519

The American Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

DID YOU MISS THE FUN???

The Elkhart Breakfast Optimist Club hosted a Texas Hold 'em Tournament on Saturday, May 30, 2009. The proceeds from the events were to benefit the programs and services of the Elkhart County Red Cross. Here is a clip of the event. Don't worry if you missed the event this year, the talk is that they are already planning the same event next year. So, keep your ears peeled for more information.

NEW! NEW! NEW!

Look for a GREAT employment opportunity?

Americorps and American Red Cross have a unique opportunity that you don't want to miss. Get your resume in quickly as this one won't last long.

Want more information?

ARE YOU READY??

A recent American Red Cross survey shows that almost half of the adults surveyed on water safety say they've had an experience where they nearly drowned and one in four know someone who has drowned. While over 90% of families with young children will be in the water at some point this summer, nearly two-thirds plan to swim in a place with no lifeguard. With so many planning to be in, on or near the water, it is important to follow the basics of water safety, maintain constant supervision of children and to get trained! READ MORE....

Lifeguarding!!

Spring 2009 Aquatic Classes Now Forming

Lifeguard Training

Click on links for more details....

If you are interested in Lifeguard Instructor Training or Water Safety Instructor Training, please call 574-293-6519. If we have enough interest, we will run these classes again.

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LASTEST NEWS.....

The American Red Cross of Elkhart County has started a Faith Based Community Initiative (FBCI) which will provide an opportunity for your church or organziation to serve your community in the event of a disaster in Elkhart County. The FBCI will dramatically increase the ability of the Elkhart County Chapter to respond to disasters in our county through partnerships with area congregations and organizations. We need your help! Click on the logo above to get more information about our FBCI program.

NEW!! Class offered just for restaurants! The Elkhart County Red Cross has a new class just for Restaurants. A 2009 brochure is available or for more information, contact Deb Moore at 574-293-6519 or debm@elkhartredcross.org