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[imastalker co.]

people, volunteer if you can. take time off of work even, you should still be able to make rent.

Red Cross will give you...

$340 allowence for every 10 days you're there.
$150 to get supplies (sleeping bag, boots, flash light, etc).
Shelter and food

they need all the help they can get, and they'll give you a round trip plane ticket. looks like im heading out on wednesday.

if you can, please do so. the red cross is making this very easy, all you have to do is go.

MOD: i realize you locked the last thread, but im sorry. any support will make a difference.

 

[Outlaw]

Your last thread got locked.....now you open a new one?

 

[Seth C]

At least reply and tell me where you got this information. I want to know who to contact. I'm willing to go help. If they are actually giving an allowance like that I could afford to go help for as long as they needed me and still pay my bills back home.

 

[BorkBork]

Do you know if they will take Canadians as well? I checked the local Red Cross but there wasn't anything specific about going down to the South at the moment.

 

[imastalker co.]

just call up your local chapter (http://www.redcross.org/ and enter your zip code).

they'll set you up. dunno about canadians.

these are the things they'll expect you to buy with the $150 if you don't already have it.

NECESSITIES

(And Other Items You May Want To Bring With You on Assignment



* Cash (recommended to have $250 in cash, in case electricity is out & ATMs are unable to function)
* Major Credit Card, Red Cross Debit Card, Drivers License or ID
* Important phone numbers & personal information that you may need to have with you.
* Back Pack on wheels or Duffle Bag with wheels (MUST BE ABLE TO BE LOCKED!!!)
* TSA Approved Locks for your Luggage (can be purchased at Wallmart or Target)
* Water (enough for two or three days…approx 2-3 gallons? You will be told about how much you will need to bring when you are given your deployment instructions)
* Toilet Paper (bring two rolls)
* Sleeping Bag
* Double Sheet
* Pillow (if you use one)
* Towel & Wash Cloth (Quick drying super micro-fiber ones can be purchased at Linens &Things)
* Comfortable Lightweight Pants (2 or 3 pairs dark colors such as black, navy, or gray. Scrubs are recommended)
* Shirts (2 or 3…preferably Polo type. Plain solid colors in Black, navy, white, red, or grey,. With no writing or logo!)
* Bermuda length Shorts (Optional. Must be knee length! Dark colors such as black, navy, or gray)
* Underwear (bring 14 pair. You may not have time or access to laundry.)
* Socks (bring 14 pair. You may not have time or access to laundry.)
* Extra Bra (Women Only)
* Waterproof Boots or Shoes MUST BE VERY COMFORTABLE!!!
* Arch Supports (for more support)
* Flip Flops (or other waterproof slippers to wear at night or when showering)
* Baseball cap with visor
* Bandana(s)
* Eyeglasses/Sun Glasses/Reading glasses (Contac lenses not a good idea)
* Watch
* Flashlight and Batteries
* Rain Parka & Umbrella (Large Garbage Bags can be used for a Parka in a pinch)
* Fanny Pack (to keep with you all personal items, valuables, luggage keys, credit cards, & cash)
* ID pack (to hang around neck)
* Loud Whistle (may be purchased at Big 5 sporting Goods store on Central Ave @ corner of Wilson)
* Toothbrush & Toothpaste
* Deodorant
* Soap
* Shampoo & Conditioner (Small containers)
* Baby wipes (you will use these all day long . They will replace your shower. Buy 3or4 refill packages at the 99 cents store & seal them in Ziploc bags, so they won’t dry out!)
* Sun Block
* Insect repellant (one volunteer said she likes “Sun & Bug” by Coppertone…It’s an insect repellant & sun block all in one. Avon skin so soft was also recommended as an insect repellant. But it does not have sunscreen properties.)
* Talcum powder (Baby Gold Bond brand was recommended, but baby powder from the 99 cents store works also)
* Mentholatum or Vicks (to put in nostrils if odors become too unbearable)
* Purell Hand Sanitizer and/or Anti Bacterial Hand Cleaner packets
* Eye Drops
* Ear Plugs
* Hand Lotion
* Your own personal Toiletries???
* Tweezers/small scissors (be careful to not include the scissors in carry-on luggage)
* Emery Boards
* Clips, Scrunchies and/or Headband (for hair if it’s long and may need to be pulled back.)
* Small packets of tissue (The 99 cents store has Tempo brand…18 packs per pkg for 99 cents. They are very sturdy & extras large when unfolded!)
* Small amount of Powdered Laundry Soap (pack in small Ziploc bags)
* Personal First Aid Kit: (should include a one months supply of any prescription or over the counter medications you must take regularly, including vitamins. Other items to include are: assorted sizes of Band-aids, a roll each of bandages & tape, wound cleanser packets, antibiotic ointment, aspirin, (good to have on hand for headaches, and also if you suspect the onset of a heart attack) Anti Diarrhea Medication, Antacid, Cold Medicine, Cough Medicine (capsules are easier & lighter to pack), Eye Drops, Benedryl Antihistamine (These will lessen an allergic reaction of an insect bite or bee sting. Also useful to know the medication in Benedryl is the SAME ingredient that is in Sominex sleeping pills. Don’t take when you will need to drive or be alert…but good to know if you have a bad night & absolutely can’t sleep!), Vitamin E capsules (This is my own personal suggestion. I have found that Vitamin E is a miracle worker for burns-cuts-sprains-contusions, etc. Just break open a capsule & apply like a salve. It even takes the itch out of MOSQUITO BITES! I buy the cheap Trader Joe Vitamin E with the Orange label. Approx $3-$4.)
* Duct Tape ( In addition to all it's many varied other uses: I’ve been told that Duct tape's adhesive contains iodine & will work to bandage wounds in a pinch.)
* Sharpie Marker
* Small Pads of Paper
* Pens
* Zip-loc Plastic Bags (assorted sizes, from snack sized to gallon size. To be safe from spills & water; you should pack EVERYTHING in plastic bags!)
* Space Bags (travel size for clothes)
* Large Garbage Bags (Flex Force brand is recommended. They are textured, stronger & more durable)
* Snacks (Maybe protein bars, nuts, pretzels, fruit roll ups, individually wrapped lifesavers, etc? store these all individually in plastic Ziploc bags.)
* Cell Phones (Note: you may not get reception or have electricity to plug in your chargers. Leave your cell phones at home, or possibly bring an extra fully charged back-up battery?)

FOR WOMEN ONLY:

Remember to bring an extra bra to change if you are unable to do laundry.... and a supply of TAMPONS or PADS if you use them.



* Remember to pack everything in plastic ziploc bags!
* Clothes & bedding should be in "Space Bags" (purchase at Linens & things or Target)
* To use every bit of space: Pack things inside of other things (such as inside shoes)
* All of your cash and any “Valuables” should be on your person at all times!
* Remember to Get your inoculations for Tetanus & Hepatitis-A
* You may also need an injection of Gamagobulin to boost immune system.
* Best of Luck to you all!!!

 

[impirius]

Thanks for making this thread.

I imagine you've already done the training; is there anything else a volunteer would need to do to prepare?