The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division wants to share information about this upcoming training for those who want to support their neighbors in need.
The next in-person training session will be held:
Friday, August 15, 2025
751 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32204
“Evacuation shelters are a critical part of the city’s response to hurricanes and other large-scale emergencies,” said Captain Rickie Grace, Health and Medical Coordinator, Emergency Preparedness Division. “The American Red Cross provides the trained personnel needed to support these operations, and we are thankful for those who volunteer to serve when help is needed most.”
Shelter volunteers assist with registration, meal distribution, dormitory setup, and comfort and care for disaster victims. No prior experience is needed, and the American Red Cross provides training at no cost.
Learn more and register: https://rdcrss.org/46iip3V
If you want to serve your community during times of crisis, this is your chance. Become a Shelter Hero and help make a difference.
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Red Cross Shelter Hero Training Now Available
August 01, 2025
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