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Southeast Louisiana Chapter News
July-1-2009
SELA Chapter Takes Lead on Disaster Preparedness on Local and International Level
  On Saturday, June 28 Kay Wilkins, the C.E.O. of the American Red Cross Southeast Louisiana Chapter (SELA), delivered the Keynote address at the Canadian Red Cross Society’s General Assembly Conference in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.  This event was part of the Centennial Celebration of the Canadian Red Cross.  The title of her presentation was “Katrina: Timeline and
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July-1-2009
Busy Fire Response Week for SELA
  The American Red Cross Southeast Louisiana Chapter (SELA) responds, on average, to a fire every 15 hours.  In the past week the chapter has responded to many more than average.  The chapter provides canteening for first responders, as well as services for those affected by residential fires.  Since June 22nd SELA has responded to two fires in the River Region, four in
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July-1-2009
Classes and Events: Week of July 6th
  Next week at your American Red Cross a variety of classes are being held.  Please click here to visit our calendar, where you can find more information on each class as well as information on how to register for each event.   Thursday, July 9th:
Adult, Infant, And Child CPR and First Aid Recertification in Covington from 6-9pm
Disaster As
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June-12-2009
Red Cross Store Open to Meet All Your Prepardeness Needs
As part of the newly renovated chapter headquarters, we are pleased to announce the opening of the Red Cross Store. This full service store, located on the first floor of the Robert W. Merrick Building, offers a wide-range of preparedness and training materials and equipment.  The store is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Our Mission

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

 

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Enjoy an elegant and festive evening as we honor our

2009 Humanitarian of the Year,

Mr. George Shinn

Owner of the New Orleans Hornets. 

 

Proceeds to the event benefit the

American Red Cross Southeast Louisiana Region.

Click here to purchase tickets today - seating is limited. 

 

 

Hurricane Preparedness

Be Red Cross Ready:  Are You Prepared for Hurricane Season? 

You can eliminate much of the worry of hurricane season by creating a preparedness plan and updating your plan throughout the season (June 1 - November 30).  There are three key elements in being prepared:

Make A Plan

Build A Kit

Stay Informed

For more detailed information on how to create your preparedness plan click here.

 

 

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