RESOURCE INFORMATION C. SAN DIEGO VOAD DISASTER SERVICES (Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster) Advocacy: Some voluntary agencies work on behalf of disaster victims (particularly those with special problems such as a family with limited resources, the disabled, and older persons) to obtain needed resources and services (e.g., home, health care, translation services, meals on wheels). Voluntary agencies may also act as advocates for change by representing the needs of the community to local and State governments. Some voluntary agencies purchase and distribute commodities in Bulk Distribution: bulk that are not readily available at the time of need. These may include but are not limited to, food, water, health and sanitary needs, baby and childcare products, medicines, and bedding. These supplies cannot be purchased locally because stores and other merchandising outlets are closed due to the disaster. Case Management: Some voluntary agencies help individuals complete the documentation that is required for assistance and then assist in tracking that documentation through the Resource Coordination Committee Process. Childcare: Some voluntary agencies establish and professionally staff temporary childcare centers for victim of disaster as they deal with reorganizing their personal affairs. Clean-Up and Rebuilding: Some voluntary agencies help individual’s clean-up, repair, and rebuild their homes damaged by the disaster. These voluntary agencies often work with private business to encourage the donation of needed building materials. Community Disaster Education: Some voluntary agencies are involved in community disaster education. For example, they distribute pamphlets and give presentations to community groups on how to prepare for disaster or they send speakers to talk with school children. Community Outreach: Some voluntary agencies contact individuals and organizations, such as local businesses and churches, to educate them about the local disaster relief operation, the existing, damage, and the possible ways they can support the relief effort. Counseling: Some voluntary agencies provide individual and family counseling and emotional support.
RESOURCE INFORMATION C. SAN DIEGO VOAD DISASTER SERVICES (Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster) Advocacy: Some voluntary agencies work on behalf of disaster victims (particularly those with special problems such as a family with limited resources, the disabled, and older persons) to obtain needed resources and services (e.g., home, health care, translation services, meals on wheels). Voluntary agencies may also act as advocates for change by representing the needs of the community to local and State governments. Bulk Distribution: Some voluntary agencies purchase and distribute commodities in bulk that are not readily available at the time of need. These may include but are not limited to, food, water, health and sanitary needs, baby and childcare products, medicines, and bedding. These supplies cannot be purchased locally because stores and other merchandising outlets are closed due to the disaster. Case Management: Some voluntary agencies help individuals complete the documentation that is required for assistance and then assist in tracking that documentation through the Resource Coordination Committee Process. Childcare: Some voluntary agencies establish and professionally staff temporary childcare centers for victim of disaster as they deal with reorganizing their personal affairs. Clean-Up and Rebuilding: Some voluntary agencies help individual’s clean-up, repair, and rebuild their homes damaged by the disaster. These voluntary agencies often work with private business to encourage the donation of needed building materials. Community Disaster Education: Some voluntary agencies are involved in community disaster education. For example, they distribute pamphlets and give presentations to community groups on how to prepare for disaster or they send speakers to talk with school children. Community Outreach: Some voluntary agencies contact individuals and organizations, such as local businesses and churches, to educate them about the local disaster relief operation, the existing, damage, and the possible ways they can support the relief effort. Counseling: Some voluntary agencies provide individual and family counseling and emotional support.