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Since 1917,
the Fox River Chapter of the American Red Cross has said with confidence,
“We’ll be there,” when people need us the most. Governed by a volunteer Board of
Directors and managed by a small staff, it is
our privilege to serve the following communities: Batavia, Elburn, Geneva,
Kaneville, LaFox, Maple Park, Mooseheart, St. Charles, Virgil, Wasco, and
Wayne.
Our services include the following:
Armed Forces Emergency Services
The American Red Cross communicates emergency messages
between military personnel and families who reside in our area. When families experience a birth, death,
serious illness or other emergency, members of our community can rely upon
the American Red Cross to relay emergency messages to their loved ones who
serve in the armed forces.
Central Kane County
800-696-3873
Aurora, Elgin & western suburbs
800-784-3272
Biomedical
Services - Blood Drives
Did you know that one pint of blood can save as many as
three lives? As the nation’s largest blood supplier, the American Red Cross
works diligently with hospitals across the country to supply lifesaving
blood and tissue. If you are interested in giving the gift of life by
donating blood, you can schedule an appointment on-line at: www.givebloodgivelife.org
Interested in sponsoring/hosting a Blood Drive? Call our office at 630-443-8844 &
ask for Ken.
Disaster Assistance
The American Red Cross responds to disasters such as
hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, house fires, and other natural disasters
that cause human suffering and require assistance. Trained Red Cross
volunteers are able to provide emergency items such as food, clothing,
diapers, baby formula and prescription medications to families who have
lost their homes and personal belongings due to a disaster. All disaster
assistance is given free of charge thanks to generous
donations from our community.
Health and Safety
The Fox River Chapter of the American Red Cross offers a
number of health and safety courses to help people prepare for an emergency
before it strikes. Courses range in topic from CPR and First Aid to
Baby-sitter Training. An authorized reseller of the AED, call our chapter
to learn how you can purchase this lifesaving device for your home or
business. Click here to see our current class
schedule.
International Services
American Red Cross International Services supports
humanitarian relief. Activities include: tracing relatives separated during
disasters or wars, educating the public about international humanitarian
law, and more!
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