Red Cross teams spring into action during times of tragedy PUBLISHED 5:46 PM ET Apr. 12, 2021 PUBLISHED 5:46 PM EDT Apr. 12, 2021
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When tragedy strikes, first responders are always the first there.
But in the background lies a Red Cross team dedicated to getting those affected back on track. Whether it be financially, or pointing them in the right direction and where to go next, they are the Disaster Action Team.
“We turn tragedy into hope, Eastern New York Disaster Action Team lead Jay Belfiore says. It’s a group of people that when people have the worst day of their life, we go out and try and give them hope to move on to the next step.”
Red Cross volunteers needed for disaster response Contributed • January 19, 2021
The American Red Cross is looking for Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers. Individuals will need to have the interest and flexibility to be available at a moment’s notice because home fires, natural disasters, and other emergencies happen day and night, all year long.
The American Red Cross is looking for Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers. Individuals will need to have the interest and flexibility to be available at a moment’s notice because home fires, natural disasters, and other emergencies happen day and night, all year long.
Volunteers will receive training to develop skills in disaster response planning and delivery and will work as part of a team with opportunities to advance into leadership roles. It takes a special volunteer to want to show up and help when disaster strikes. Red Cross DAT volunteers are proud of the work they provide for their community.