More frequent and intense disasters are ravaging communities and upending lives as a result of our changing climate. The American Red Cross is on the frontlines of disaster response, supporting families across the country who are struggling to cope with this humanitarian crisis. We see first-hand how more disasters are driving more people to seek assistance.
John Osbun, a volunteer from the Red Cross serving Western Los Angeles and Santa Monica, is one of the incredible disaster workers who has been deployed to the frontlines to help. When asked why he deploys, John said, “I love to help people out when they have major disasters and help them recover to get back to their normal selves.”
As the nation’s largest provider of emergency sheltering, the Red Cross works one-on-one with people to help them recover after disasters. The most significant recovery needs we see revolve around chronic health conditions, food insecurity, and safe and affordable housing availability.
Today, the impacts of climate crisis are disrupting lives and causing devastating harm. As extreme weather disasters increase, more people need help from the Red Cross. The need for volunteers is more urgent than ever. Your help is crucial in caring for those impacted!
The role of a Shelter Services Team Member is one of the most needed during any disaster relief operation. When disasters strike and people are displaced from their homes, you can be the shelter in the storm.
Start your training today and be ready to respond when the next major disaster strikes by volunteering in a Red Cross shelter close to home or across the nation. Call 310-394-3773 for details.
By Sean Inoue
Executive Director, American Red Cross Santa Monica
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