Denver, Monday, July 23, 2018 – The American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming is sending disaster responders to help people affected by the tornadoes that caused extensive damage in Central Iowa.
Les Orser – a volunteer with the Red Cross of Western Colorado will deploy as a supervisor for the Disaster Mental Health teams. As such he will be providing the emotional support that is needed to help people recover from the disaster.
Star Fennel – a volunteer Red Cross nurse from the Red Cross of the Mile High Area will deploy as a supervisor help the health services teams provide the medical support needed by people following a disaster.
Christine Sturgeon – a volunteer Red Cross nurse from the Red Cross of Southeastern Colorado will deploy to help the health services teams provide the medical support people need following a disaster.
A typical deployment for a Red Cross disaster responder is 14 to 21 days. During that time, the responders will focus on the specific needs of those affected by the disaster as they move toward recovery.
Follow the Colorado Red Cross on Twitter for more information: @COWYRedCross.
How can you help? The best way to help the people of Iowa while they recover from this disaster is to donate to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your donation will help people in need of shelter, food and support. There are 3 easy ways to donate:
Click – on redcross.org/donate
Call – 1-800 RedCross (800-733-2767)
Text – the word redcross to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
How can you get help? Click on redcross.org/get-help to find ways to connect to resources or call 1-800-redcross.
Follow us on Twitter @RedCross or @COWYRedCross