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2011 Talk of the Town November-22-2011
Hosted in partnership with the Silver Family, on Thursday Nov. 17, the American Red Cross of Central Louisiana hosted the 9th Annual Talk of the Town, the premier holiday fundraiser in Cenla.  The Talk of the Town is a by-invitation-only
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Local Red Cross Volunteer Extends Hands of Service to Irene Victims August-31-2011
Central Louisiana Red Cross volunteer Frances Vanderlick headed out to North Carolina yesterday, August 30 to provide aid and service to victims devastated by Hurrricane Irene.  Mrs. Vanderlick will be on a 21 day assignment with the American
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McMinn Named New Chapter Manager August-18-2011
  On Aug. 11, the American Red Cross announced that Leann Murphy, CEO of the Central Louisiana chapter, will be voluntarily leaving that position on Sept 30, 2011, and Mary McMinn, currently the Community Outreach and Education Manager, h
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Displaced Fire Victim Express Gratitude for the American Red Cross of Central Louisiana August-9-2011
  Among the families who relocated to the Red Cross shelter after being displaced from the July 20 motel fire on MacArthur Dr., was a humble and closely bonded couple, Emitt Baker and Tori Awanbor along with their children, 8 year old E
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Whenever military families or soldiers call, Red Cross answers.

  

Red Cross volunteers provide emergency services.

If you or a loved one need to send an emergency communication message to a service member, please contact our office at 800-259-2777 or 318-442-6621 - 24 hours a day to contact an emergency services caseworker.  Please be sure to have the following information about your service member ready before you call:

  • First and last name with middle initial
  • Birthdate
  • Social Security Number
  • Branch of service, rank and duty status (active, national guard, reservist)
  • Military address (including APO if you have it)
  • Contact and phone number for verification source (i.e. hospital, nursing home, or funeral home)

 

 

 

 

 

Get to Know Us Before You Need Us

Need help solving problems, coping with separation, dealing with additional stresses and tensions associated with military life?  Would you like some guidance?

Would you like to help others with  solving problems, coping with separation, dealing with additional stresses and tensions associated with military life? 

The good news is. . . There is help!
The American Red Cross helps military personnel and their families in many ways:

Information and Communications
Assists with the comunication of such family matters as birth, serious illness or death in the family. The information is verified and can be used for leave requests. Emergency communication is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Emergency Financial Assistance
Red Cross works with service members and their families by making referrals to military aid societies for emergency financial assistance.

Contact us 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at (318) 442-6621 or 1-800-259-2777 or e-mail the Director of Programs and Services at help@cenlaredcross.org for more information on the services provided to Central Louisiana military families.

Volunteers Needed 

 We are seeking volunteers to work as Service to Armed Forces community educators in Central Louisiana.  Primary responsibilities include providing presentations to military members and their families about the services we offer to military members and veterans.    Meet with military men and women at our monthly coffee house, visit bases, and lead the "Get To Know Us Before You Need Us" campaign.  Call 318 442-6621 or email help@cenlaredcros.org to become a Red Cross Ambassador.

 

 

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Telephone: 318.442.6621 | Fax: 318.487.8936