 |
|||||
 |
|||||
  "In 95% of all emergencies, the victim or bystandaer provides the first immediate assistance on the scene."Would YOU know what to do?Sign up for a class today.Family Caregiving Book Wins 2008 Caregiver Friendly AwardThe Family Caregiving Reference Guide and DVD, the first release in the American Red Cross consumer safety series, has been awarded a 2008 Caregiver Friendly award. The Caregiver Friendly Awards are presented by Today’s Caregiver magazine to celebrate outstanding books, media, products and services, which have been designed with the best interest of the caregiver and his or her loved one in mind.The award will be presented at the Today’s Caregiver magazine’s 10th annual Fearless Caregiver Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL on May 15. Award winners are also being profiled in the May/June issue of Today’s Caregiver and on the magazine’s Web site. Today's Caregiver magazine and www.caregiver.com, launched in 1995, are published by Caregiver Media Group, which also produces the Fearless Caregiver Conferences. Many people in our community care for a loved one who is plagued with Alzheimer’s, dementia, other mental and physical disabilities, or just old age. According to a University of Utah estimate, there are about 173,000 family caregivers in Utah, and over 171 million hours are spent in giving care to loved ones. About 60% of those giving care also work full or part time. While family caregivers are unpaid, they provide the majority of long-term care services. To order your copy contact Ed Hall at 801-373-8580 Did you know? That the Mountain Valley Chapter can come to your church, school, or place of business to train you in CPR, first aid, and other lifesaving techniques? Don't wait until an accident or disaster happens! Get prepared NOW! To schedule your class, contact Ed Hall at 801-373-8580 Thanks to our Community Partners! |
 National CPR/AED Awareness Week June 1-7, 2008
Attend a free AED presentation June 3rd at 11:30 am call Ed Hall (801) 373-8580 for more information.Learn how to save a life during our 2008 CPR/AED Super Saturday call for more details (801) 373-8580. American Red Cross in Central & So. UtahThe American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement. For more than a century, the American Red Cross has been helping Utah residents prevent, prepare for and respond to personal, community and national emergencies. Through individual training, deliberate preparation, and the spirit of volunteerism, the Red Cross continues to weave a vital safety net for the citizens of Utah. The Red Cross keeps families safe in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces and communities in Utah. |
||||
Need a Speaker? The Mountain Valley Chapter would love to send a representative to your workplace, church group or organization for a presentation on any aspect of emergency preparedness. Whether you're interested in how to build your own 72-hour kit or how to escape your home in case of a fire, we can help get you and your group informed and excited about getting prepared. To reserve your date, please contact Glen Thomas or Jessica Embley at (801) 373-8580. 
Copyright © American Red Cross Mountain Valley Chapter 865 North Freedom Blvd. Provo, Utah 84604 801-373-8580 |
|||||