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"Be Prepared for the Next Disaster"

WCFR in collaboration with Volunteer New York provided information and kits to prepare community members for the next disaster.

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September was National Disaster Preparedness Month.
Thanks to everyone who attended our presentation on “Be Prepared for the Next Disaster” to commemorate 9/11!

You never know when or where the next disaster will strike, so it is important to be prepared. At this free event on Saturday, September 13th, WCFR in collaboration with Volunteer New York provided information and kits to prepare community members for the next disaster.

We are grateful for the following businesses that donated to this event: Rockland Bakery, Nanuet, NY; Corner Bakery, Nanuet, NY; 7 Eleven, New City, NY; BJ’s, West Nyack, NY; Stop & Shop, Nanuet, NY; Chili’s, Nanuet, NY; Domino’s Pizza, Spring Valley, NY.

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About Worldwide Community First Responder

Worldwide Community First Responder (WCFR) is a non-profit/charitable organization with a mission “to prevent deaths worldwide through education and training”. WCFR offers two main services: WCFR Health Education and WCFR Training Program. The WCFR Health Education focuses on educating community members worldwide of fatal health conditions and preventative measures. The WCFR Training Program is dedicated to providing worldwide community-based first response and first aid training. WCFR provides its services worldwide to all communities regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, ability, economic and social class. WCFR members are a diverse group of volunteers who provide their services free of charge. Through their efforts, WCFR members seek to empower individuals in their own communities and save lives.

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For information on how you can get involved, visit us at www.wcfrworldwide.org or contact us at info@wcfrworldwide.org

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