American Red Cross - Greater Rochester Chapter
 
 
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Life can change in an instant. The American Red Cross is there. Take a moment right now to consider a gift to your Rochester Chapter— and come back often to see how your donation is being put to work every day.

 

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Preparedness Help Tips

Click links below for information on how to stay safer before, during and after specific disasters and emergencies.

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Pet Safety

Emotional Health  

 
 
 
 
 
NEWS

Fire Crews Respond to House Fire

June 29, 2009— The Rochester Fire Department knocked down a fire at a house on Electric Avenue. The American Red Cross is assisting the family. 

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Firefighters help man to safety from fire on Lime St.

June 22, 2009—Rochester firefighters helped one man to safety after the home he was in caught fire Sunday evening. The American Red Cross is helping two adults with food, clothing and shelter.

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Local Coalition to Help Veterans, Military Families

May 19, 2009Seven local agencies are pooling their services online to help veterans, service members and their families. The Red Cross is one of the agencies. 

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Fire damages East Rochester home
April 20, 2009An attic fire in East Rochester heavily damaged the upper floors of a three-story home this afternoon. The American Red Cross of Greater Rochester is providing the home’s occupants with food.
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Child found unresponsive in pool, revived after CPR  
March 17, 2009—This tragic incident shows the importance of being prepared in the event of an emergency. The Red Cross offers First Aid and CPR training classes at various locations and times throughout Monroe & West Ontario Counties. Schedule your family to get trained today.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

Duffers for Disaster Golf Tournament
August 11—This fun, 18-hole "team scramble" has become one of the premier charity golf tournaments in the West Ontario area as it offers participants a wonderful opportunity to gain exposure for their organizations while supporting a great cause.
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Rock-n-Roll with the Red Cross Fire & Ice Benefit Auction
September 12 —Join us for a fun-filled evening. Don't miss out—this year's themed event is going to be rockin' all night. Guests peruse and bid on live and silent auction items, enjoy refreshments from the open bar, live entertainment, and much more.
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HOW WE HELP
 
Disaster Services
When a disaster strikes, Red Cross volunteers are on the scene providing shelter, food, counseling, and comfort—365 days and nights each year.
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Safety Training
Someday, you may find yourself in a life-and-death moment when your skills could make all the difference. Get equipped to respond to emergencies when every second counts.
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Volunteer
From disaster relief to community outreach, the Red Cross needs your volunteer support. Make a major contribution simply by giving your time.
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Community Services