The American Red Cross - More than just emergency services

Whenever we hear of a national disaster many of us automatically think about the American Red Cross which is usually already working to provide emergency relief. At the February 4th Rotary Club meeting, Susan Krafft, Director of Communications and Fund Development for the Northwest Arkansas Chapter detailed many of the other services provided by the Red Cross. For example, one of the major efforts undertaken by Red Cross chapters is training people in specific skills such as CPR, first aid and other procedures needed to cope with emergencies. The Red Cross is still America's resource for swimming and lifeguard training. The Red Cross continues to be involved in providing support for families with servicemen overseas.

You can learn more about the many programs and services offered, or how to support all of these activities through volunteering and your donations at http://www.redcrossnwa.org/.