Your questions and comments are welcome, contact us at:
CampFoster@redcross.org
DO NOT USE E-MAIL FOR EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS - MAKE DIRECT CONTACT!
Q: Why can't I use e-mail to contact the Red Cross?
A: For emergency communications it is best to call the Red Cross Office in order to get a timely response to an emergency situation. Information sent via e-mail is not secure, therefore sensitive information should not be included and e-mail is not monitored 24 hours a day. We welcome your e-mails for all other non-emergency matters.
Q: What is Swine Flu and how is it different from regular flu?
A:H1N1
Q: Who or what is the Red Cross?
A: The American Red Cross is a non-profit organization whose primary focus is to Prevent, Prepare for and Cope with emergencies. In the event of an emergency, critical accident, illness or death in a service member's immediate family, the Red Cross should be called at once. If you need to initiate a Red Cross message from Okinawa, just click on "Service to Armed Forces" and follow the instructions.
Q: What does the Red Cross have to offer?
- Emergency Communications
- Training Opportunities
- Leadership Positions
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Networking
- Employment
Q: What kind of training can I get at Red Cross?
- Adult CPR/AED/First Aid
- Babysitter Training
- Child/Infant CPR/First Aid
- Instructor Training
- Dental Assistant Training
- Pet CPR/First Aid
- Volunteer OJT
Q: How does the Red Cross on Okinawa deal with disasters?
- We don't deal with disasters on the scale that the International or CONUS chapters do.
- We have assisted families who were victims of house fires.
- Our focus is more on education, preparation and prevention.
Q: How soon after I get my emergency message does Red Cross approve my leave?
A: The American Red Cross DOES NOT approve or disapprove an individual's leave. Leave policy is set by the individual's command. A verified Red Cross message is normally required for unit funding purposes.
We do so many things, but there are things
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