Volunteer Voice February 2014

February 2014

The Volunteer Voice Volunteer of the Month Congratulations to Ti Wegmeyer, Erik Kirk and Rachael Mynatt as the January Volunteers of the Month!

Armed Forces Bowl Tailgate On 30 December, the American Red Cross held a tailgate party during the Armed Forces Bowl where Navy played Middle Tennessee State. Hotdogs, bratwursts, hamburgers, and chicken wings were served to those who joined us in this event. A big thank you to everyone who helped out! Including the USO for partnering with us!

They selflessly committed themselves to teaching Therapeutic Yoga Classes on Caserma Ederle and Del Din. Therapeutic yoga classes impact the health of participants through group health education by providing a complementary or alternative method of relieving stress as a component of their medical treatment plan. This class is giving clients support that is needed to take charge of their health. The Vicenza community is lucky to have these wonderful volunteers.

Babysitter Boot Camp Be prepared for whatever may happen when sitting!

8 – 9 March 2014 Cost $100 Saturday 0900-1700 Babysitter Course Sunday 0900-1200 Pediatric CPR Sunday 1300-1500 Pet First Aid

Get Involved!

Valentine’s Bake Sale 13 February from 11:00 to 14:00, Front of the PX WAYS TO HELP:  Donate individually wrapped baked goods  Help man the sales table on 13 February Sign up https://VolunteerConnection.RedCross.org

Special Events Committee HELP WANTED: Volunteers to join the Special Events Committee to assist with planning and running several events planned in the community through May. If interested, please contact Linzi Brown at linzi.brown@redcross.org

February 2014

NEW COURSE OFFERING: Wilderness and Remote First Aid 21-23 March Cost $55 Register at the Red Cross Office For the first time in the Vicenza Military Community, the Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid course is being offered. Designed for scouts and leaders, outdoor enthusiasts and those who work or spend time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away.

Prerequisites: Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult CPR/AED certification.

Safety Tips of the Month Don’t Forget: Submit your Volunteer Hours!

Volunteer Connection is the place to record volunteer your hours. Instead of logging them on paper, just sign into volunteer connection, go to “My Profile,” select “Shifts/Hours” and log them there. We will review them every week and approve them so that they will show in your record. Log in at https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org

February Calendar

Stay safe in the cold weather!  Wear layers of lightweight clothing to stay warm.

Gloves and a hat help prevent losing body heat.  Follow advice of your local officials.  If driving on snow-covered roads, keep a disaster supplies kit in your vehicle.  Seek medical attention immediately if you have symptoms of frostbite or hypothermia.  Bring pets indoors.  If using a fireplace, use a glass or metal fire screen to catch sparks and rolling logs.

Questions, Comments, Concerns?

6 – New Volunteer Orientation 12 – Blended Learning CPR/First Aid/AED Class (Morning Skills Session)* 13 – Valentine’s Bake Sale @ the PX 17 – President’s Day: Red Cross Office Closed * Pre-registration required.

American Red Cross Building 333 Caserma Ederle Vicenza, Italy Phone: 0444-71-7089 Vicenza@redcross.org www.facebook.com/ARCVicenza