Cape Cod & Islands Chapter of the Red Cross offers FREE Volunteer classes in Yarmouth starting September 29th

Cape Cod & Islands Chapter of the Red Cross offers FREE Volunteer classes in Yarmouth starting September 29th

HYANNIS - The American Red Cross, Cape Cod and Islands Chapter offers Free Volunteer classes at Dennis-Yarmouth High School, starting Monday, September 29th, 2008.   

Each class will run 3 hours, every Monday for 8 consecutive Mondays (except Columbus Day October 13th).  There are no pre-requisites and no fees. This course is open to all ages, 18 and up, who would like to become Red Cross Volunteers.  Volunteers are trained to work in various fields of expertise, including participating in your local community activities, responding to a local disaster (house fire, airplane crash, oil spill), or deploying to different parts of our nation where a disaster has struck (Katrina, California wildfires, Iowa floods). 

Classes are held at the D-Y High School at 210 Station Ave, Yarmouth.  It is only possible to sign up for the class by calling 508 398-7600. 

The schedule is as follows:

• September 29: Introduction and Registration Forms
• October 6: Fulfilling Our Mission
• October 13: NO CLASS
• October 20: Mass Care
• October 27: Shelter Operations
• November 3: Shelter Simulation
• November 10: ERV's: Ready, Set, Roll
• November 17: Clint Casework
• November 24: Client Casework and Graduation

You must attend all eight classes.  However, there may be some make-up dates available.  Other Red Cross volunteers may take a class depending on classroom space availability.

After the class, you will understand the Mission and Philosophy of the Red Cross that reaches worldwide.  You will learn how to work in a shelter and assist affected people while driving an ERV (Emergency Response Vehicle).  You will learn the steps taken to assist clients in the event of an emergency.  You will also learn first hand from other volunteers who have traveled near and far, talk about their experiences with the Red Cross. Once you have completed this course, you will be a certified Red Cross Volunteer and eligible to take any and all CPR/First Aid, and AED classes FREE OF CHARGE.

To register, please contact the D-Y Adult Education Program at 508 398-7600.

The training of volunteers is only possible thanks to the donations from members of the local community, individuals, businesses and foundations. The Red Cross does not receive government funding for its disaster relief services. For more information about the Cape Cod and Islands Chapter, American Red Cross, go to the website, capecodandislandsredcross.org.

Release courtesy of t he Cape Cod and Islands Chapter of the Red Cross.