VʽçÄã Ù N óÝ A PublicaƟon of the Sigonella American Red Cross of Naval Air StaƟon Sigonella, Sicily
June 2015
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Volunteers staffed the Red Cross information table during the 2015 Wellness Fair. As in past
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years, the Wellness Fair was held in conjunction with Relay for Life on 2 May at the NAS II Turf Field. The information table had pamphlets on Red Cross programs and classes including CPR
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demonstrations
by
Red
Cross
instructors
(Shelley and Scott Guidry). They also provided information on what should be in a First Aid kit
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and disaster preparedness. Personal safety tips such as staying vigilant and keeping hydrated were also covered to the NASSIG community.
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New Chairman of Volunteers Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer Hours
Please join us in welcoming Kate Kozyra as our new Chairman of Volunteers. Kate is working on updating our volunteer opportunities and getting to know everyone.
In the next few weeks she will be reaching out to everyone to
introduce herself and update your volunteer information in Volunteer Connection. Kate will be in the office a few days every week. Welcome Kate!
Sigonella American Red Cross NAS1, Bldg 318, Rm 1201 624.4900
B®» RÊ Ê Herlinda Garcia is our June Volunteer of the Month In This Issue
Herlinda Garcia joined the Red Cross in March. She has also volunteered many hours
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providing much needed office support when Red Cross staff attended the Red Cross
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European Training Institute in May. She was a welcoming face and voice to community
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members seeking information on Red Cross programs and services. In addition, she was selected as one of this year’s Red Cross Dental Assistant Program volunteers. Besides volunteering her time with
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us she also volunteers at NMCRS’s Thrift Store. Congratulations and thank you for your support Herlinda Garcia.
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The American Red Cross’s
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Saturday, May 9 saw both
4th Annual Bike Rodeo on young and old bicyclists
learning bicycle safety. The Red Cross set up a bicycle course near the Marinai Soccer fields that taught traffic navigation, hand signaling, and figure 8 skills. Jerry Richardson and YNC Matthew Leibfreid, from the local H.O.G. chapter, assisted with teaching proper traffic safety. They brought their motorcycles for bike enthusiasts, and discussed the differences between bicycles and motorcycles on the road. MA2 Harold Howard and MA3 Lafitte Holmes were available to answer questions on the
Sigonella American Red Cross NAS1, Bldg 318, Rm 1201 624.4900
services they provide during base functions and how they were trained. CPO Anthony Tatasciore inspected member’s bicycles and corrected any deficiencies; they also advised on how best to take care of the bike.
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Top:
MA3
Lafitte
Holmes
demonstrates the Figure 8 course. Middle Left: MA2 Harold Howard teaching road signs. Middle
Right:
H.O.G. Matthew
Leibfreid testing bicyclist on road signs. Sigonella American Red Cross NAS1, Bldg 318, Rm 1201 624.4900
Bottom Left: Father and son look both ways before proceeding through the course.
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Sigonella American Red Cross NAS1, Bldg 318, Rm 1201 624.4900
Top: CPO Anthony Tatasciore inspects the bicycle and adjusts the seat; he also checked tire pressure and chain alignment. Bottom: H.O.G. President Jerry Richardson tests cyclist on traffic safety.
Upcoming Events June DAAP Information Fair
Volunteer OpportuniƟes DAAP Information Fair June 10 from 1300-1500 DAAP will be hosting an information fair. We are looking for volunteers to help promote Red Cross programs in Sigonella, CPR / First Aid Training, and volunteerism at Midtown NAS I.
World’s Largest Swim Day June 18th is designed as the Nation’s Largest Swim Day! Come out and join us at the
World’s Largest Swim Day CPR/FA/AED Class
NAS I pool from 0800-1900. MWR will be teaching simple swimming techniques, and pool safety. The Red Cross will have an information booth. Bring your swim gear! Can’t wait to see you there!
CPR/FA/AED Class June 20 from 0900-1630 at the Red Cross Classroom for $55. Please contact the office to register.
July Color Run
Color Run On July 4 from 0630-1100 at Marinai, Volunteers are requested to help set up and assist during the Color Run, sponsored by MWR Navy Fitness. There will be a volunteer meeting on July 2 at the Youth Complex in Marinai at 5pm.
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Volunteer Hours Don’t forget to log your volunteer hours in Volunteer Connection: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org Leadership Volunteers
Station Chair Kathryn Lasky H&S Services Co-Chair Ryan Deckard Disaster Services Co-Chair Katie Connolly Publicity Coordinator Chair Kala Kirk Volunteer Chair Kate Kozyra Station Manager
Samantha Wudel
Hospital Chair H&S Services Co-Chair Disaster Services Co-Chair Recognition Chair Office Staff Field Office Assistant
Susan Hitchcock Scott Guidry Stuart Hitchcock Justine Pennel
Jessica Clause