Provides disaster preparedness and safety education on a variety of topics.

Emergency support coordination and disaster preparedness information

Disaster management organizations and disaster preparedness information

Helps municipalities establish their own local emergency management program with a plan that will assist them when disaster strikes. Oversees emergency preparedness across the county, disaster response, and public safety.

Utilizes the National Incident Management System (NIMS) to manage resources and coordinate responsible entities; through planning, training, exercising, and public education for pre-disaster to post-disaster mitigation. Takes an all-hazards approach to community preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation processes through its day to day operations.

Provides the protection of lives and property of Pike County residents from the effects of natural or man-made disasters which the county is subject to, including floods, major fires, storms, radiological or hazardous material incidents, aircraft accidents, mass casualty incidents and any related function that supports other Pike County First Responders. The Office of Emergency Management is responsible for planning, training, assignment and coordination of all available resources in an integrated program of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery for emergencies of any kind. The Office is also responsible for organizing all locally available manpower, supplies, equipment and services necessary for disaster emergency readiness, response and recovery.

Offers disaster preparedness and prevention education, health and safety education including CPR, First Aid, Babysitting, and Pet First Aid and Junior Red Cross Club. Maintains 24/7 Armed Forces Emergency services for military families and partners with the Red Cross Blood Services.

The Emergency Management Agency protects Luzerne County's public health, safety and environment. Helps to prepare for, manage through and recover from any type of natural disaster, emergency or threat to security that may occur in Luzerne County. Assues that all residents of Luzerne County are well informed and prepared for any type of emergency they may encounter. Agency creates and develops effective emergency preparedness plans for the residents of Luzerne County.

A coalition of nonprofit organizations and volunteers that work in disaster preparedness, disaster response, disaster relief, disaster recovery, and disaster mitigation. NVOAD supports the coordination of planning efforts by voluntary organizations responding to disaster. Member organizations provide more effective and less duplication of services by getting together before disasters strike. Once disasters occur, National VOAD, or an affiliated State or US Territory VOAD, encourages members and other voluntary agencies to convene on site. They strive to foster more effective service to people affected by disaster through communication, coordination, cooperation, collaboration, convening mechanisms, and outreach. National VOAD is the primary point of contact for voluntary organizations in the National Response Coordination Center (at FEMA headquarters) and is a signatory to the National Response Plan.

Provides disaster preparedness and response services throughout 24 counties of Eastern Pennsylvania. Services include assisting families to develop a disaster recovery plan, linking disaster survivors with resources, attending to emotional and spiritual needs, and repairing/rebuilding property.

Services provided include assisting families to develop a disaster recovery plan, linking disaster survivors with resources, attending to emotional and spiritual needs, and repairing/rebuilding property. Provides disaster preparedness and response services throughout 24 counties of Eastern Pennsylvania.

Youth preparedness programs increase awareness and understanding of natural hazards to help youth prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster and emergency situations. Prepare With Pedro ?? This program is designed to teach children in kindergarten through grade two and their families how to stay safe during disaster situations and emergencies. Disasters can be scary for young kids, but children are much better at adapting to situations when they know what to expect. Children in this program learn about basic home hazards and emergency situations by working side-by-side with adults to complete an activity book.
â?¢The Pillowcase Project â?? The Pillowcase Project is a preparedness education program for students in grades three through five that teaches children about safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Red Cross volunteers lead students through a â??learn, practice, shareâ? framework to engage them in disaster preparedness and survival skills. Each child receives a pillowcase t

- Disaster relief is provided to individuals and families affected by natural disasters including shelter, food, and health and emotional health service to address basic human needs and assist individuals and families in resuming their normal daily activities independently. Disaster training and education programs are also available.
- Emergency Services provides emergency communication and educational services to veterans, military personnel and their families.
- Preparedness Services provides health and safety educational opportunities such as First Aid, CPR, AED, Lifeguarding, Water Safety and Babysitter's Training.
- Volunteer Services is responsible for recruiting, training, placing and recognizing volunteers (youth and adults) who directly serve the Red Cross as well as additional community agencies. Opportunities include high school Red Cross Clubs, an Animal Assisted Therapy Program and Disaster Action Team responders.
- Speakers Bureau is available.

Provides training and educational programs to help to save lives and empower people to respond to disasters and other life-threatening emergencies- from a fire to a heart attack. Trainings including First Aid, CPR, AEDs, Babysitter's Training, Wilderness First Aid, Sports Safety Training, Water Safety, Lifeguarding, Family Caregiving, Workplace Modules, and Pet First Aid. As a result, our communities are safer because of Red Cross training. Classes are held at the Red Cross, workplace sites, community centers, schools and other venues.

Offers educational presentations to faith-based groups, civic organizations, companies, nonprofit agencies, and others. Provide presentations regarding preparedness on disasters- how to be Red Cross Ready in case of an emergency like fires, floods, heat waves, earthquakes, hurricanes, cold weather, etc. Provide Health Services information in regards to our CPR/First Aid/AED training or any of our other Health Services classes. Provide neighborhoods information regarding preparedness after a disaster such as a house fire on the street through our Post Response Team. Install smoke alarms through our Home Fire Preparedness Campaign and prepare children in grades 3-5 through our Pillowcase Project.

General preparedness initiatives are designed to build knowledge about disaster preparedness in age-specific populations. The preparedness model is built on three actions: Build a Kit, Make a Plan, and Be Informed. Through group presentations we discuss the measures to take for a variety of hazards that can occur in our region and encourage participants to think through and act upon gaps in their preparedness activities.
· Be Red Cross Ready â This flagship program introduces the services and values of the Red Cross while engaging participants in the discussion of preparing their households to take action when disasters occur. Local resources, smart device apps, and family evacuation plans are among the topics covered through the presentation. The program can also focus on specific hazards, such as fires, floods, and winter storms, or be designed to address the specific needs of targeted audiences.
· For Seniors By Seniors â This program is designed to specifically address the concerns of our senior

The American Red Cross has developed youth preparedness programs that increase awareness and understanding of natural hazards in order to help them prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster and emergency situations.
· Prepare With Pedro â This program is designed to teach children in kindergarten through grade two and their families how to stay safe during disaster situations and emergencies. Disasters can be scary for young kids, but children are much better at adapting to situations when they know what to expect. Children in this program learn about basic home hazards and emergency situations by working side-by-side with adults to complete an activity book.
· The Pillowcase Project â The Pillowcase Project is a preparedness education program for students in grades three through five that teaches children about safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Red Cross volunteers lead students through a âlearn, practice, shareâ framework to engage them in disaster preparedness an

Help people prevent, prepare for and respond to crises. Gives educational presentations to school children, church groups, individuals, businesses and other organization on the necessity of having concrete plans in case of an emergency.

General preparedness initiatives are designed to build knowledge about disaster preparedness in age-specific populations. The preparedness model is built on three actions: Build a Kit, Make a Plan, and Be Informed. Through group presentations we discuss the measures to take for a variety of hazards that can occur in our region and encourage participants to think through and act upon gaps in their preparedness activities.
· Be Red Cross Ready â This flagship program introduces the services and values of the Red Cross while engaging participants in the discussion of preparing their households to take action when disasters occur. Local resources, smart device apps, and family evacuation plans are among the topics covered through the presentation. The program can also focus on specific hazards, such as fires, floods, and winter storms, or be designed to address the specific needs of targeted audiences.
· For Seniors By Seniors â This program is designed to specifically address the concerns of our senior

The American Red Cross has developed youth preparedness programs that increase awareness and understanding of natural hazards in order to help them prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster and emergency situations.
· Prepare With Pedro â This program is designed to teach children in kindergarten through grade two and their families how to stay safe during disaster situations and emergencies. Disasters can be scary for young kids, but children are much better at adapting to situations when they know what to expect. Children in this program learn about basic home hazards and emergency situations by working side-by-side with adults to complete an activity book.
· The Pillowcase Project â The Pillowcase Project is a preparedness education program for students in grades three through five that teaches children about safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Red Cross volunteers lead students through a âlearn, practice, shareâ framework to engage them in disaster preparedness an

General preparedness initiatives are designed to build knowledge about disaster preparedness in age-specific populations. The preparedness model is built on three actions: Build a Kit, Make a Plan, and Be Informed. Through group presentations we discuss the measures to take for a variety of hazards that can occur in our region and encourage participants to think through and act upon gaps in their preparedness activities.
· Be Red Cross Ready â This flagship program introduces the services and values of the Red Cross while engaging participants in the discussion of preparing their households to take action when disasters occur. Local resources, smart device apps, and family evacuation plans are among the topics covered through the presentation. The program can also focus on specific hazards, such as fires, floods, and winter storms, or be designed to address the specific needs of targeted audiences.
· For Seniors By Seniors â This program is designed to specifically address the concerns of our senior

The American Red Cross has developed youth preparedness programs that increase awareness and understanding of natural hazards in order to help them prepare for, respond to, and recover from disaster and emergency situations.
· Prepare With Pedro â This program is designed to teach children in kindergarten through grade two and their families how to stay safe during disaster situations and emergencies. Disasters can be scary for young kids, but children are much better at adapting to situations when they know what to expect. Children in this program learn about basic home hazards and emergency situations by working side-by-side with adults to complete an activity book.
· The Pillowcase Project â The Pillowcase Project is a preparedness education program for students in grades three through five that teaches children about safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Red Cross volunteers lead students through a âlearn, practice, shareâ framework to engage them in disaster preparedness an

The general preparedness initiatives are designed to build knowledge about disaster preparedness in age-specific populations. The preparedness model is built on three actions: Build a Kit, Make a Plan, and Be Informed. Through group presentations we discuss the measures to take for a variety of hazards that can occur in your region and encourage participants to think through and act upon gaps in their preparedness activities.

â¢Be Red Cross Ready â This flagship program introduces the services and values of the Red Cross while engaging participants in the discussion of preparing their households to take action when disasters occur. Local resources, smart device apps, and family evacuation plans are among the topics covered through the presentation. The program can also focus on specific hazards, such as fires, floods, and winter storms, or be designed to address the specific needs of targeted audiences.
â¢For Seniors By Seniors â This program is designed to specifically address the concerns of ou