The American Red Cross strives to build strong and sustainable relationships with diverse communities in Los Angeles County to help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. In our efforts to promote preparedness in local communities, listed below are available services for event participation and on-site trainings/ presentations.
To effectively staff events and support American Red Cross preparedness and outreach efforts, events received with less than 30 days’ notice cannot be honored, unless otherwise stated. We appreciate your understanding in ensuring that we plan for the best staffing and service for your event. Thank you.
Trained Red Cross Subject Matter Experts present basic preparedness information. Presentations are approximately 45 minutes to one hour and the audience is expected to remain present throughout. Presentations are organized sponsored events (i.e “lunch n’ learn). Available presentations include: PrepareU, PrepareTEENS, PrepareSeniors. A minimum of 20 individuals and available seating are required for each audience member.
Prepare with Pedro provides an introduction for students in grades k-2 to the concept of emergency preparedness in a fun and educational way. Using story-telling and hands on activities, students will build muscle memory and basic coping skills. A take-home Prepare with Pedro story book, which includes a family safety checklist, will allow families to learn and repeat preparedness actions together.
Join the wave of water safety with Longfellow's WHALE Tales! This trusted dryland water safety education program educates and inspires elementary-school aged children to make smart choice in, on and around water. This free, digital program includes comprehensive teaching resources for nine fun and engaging lessons. It comes complete with animated and live action videos, posters and lesson plans as well as take home materials to reinforce safety messages. Access the free digital materials at redcross.org/WHALETales.
For over 50 years the American Red Cross has provided first aid services at small community events, public festivals, large sporting events and concerts across LA County. If you are planning an event and want the peace of mind of providing an extra level of safety for your participants, let our trained and experienced Red Cross teams provide a first aid station. The team of first aid volunteers are certified at a minimum in First Aid/CPR/AED for adults and pediatrics. Please note that this service requires a fee.
Contact Community First Aid Coordinator Sheila Brown at sheilakbrown@earthlink.net
for more information and to reserve coverage for your event.
The Red Cross is part of nearly every community in the U.S., and together we can partner to reach members of your community. Request the Red Cross at your community event, including fairs, public gatherings, festivals and educational events planned for 200 or more individuals. To ensure your request is considered, please submit about 45-60 days prior to your event and allow approximately 3-4 weeks to confirm attendance. Red Cross community event volunteers can provide information on volunteer opportunities, blood donations and disaster preparedness information.
To request Red Cross participation at your event, please email your local Red Cross Executive Director for the chapter where your event will be located.
Every day, measles takes the lives of hundreds of children around the world. Even if a child survives, measles can cause permanent disabilities such as blindness or brain damage. But there is hope. This presentation discusses the role of the American Red Cross and our global partners in the Measles and Rubella Initiative, including what your community can do to reach our goal of total eradication of the diseases by the year 2020.
Thank you for your interest in Preparedness Services with the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region. We are look forward to working together to help our communities become informed and prepared.