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Watch "Between Heart and Hand"

Our 16th Annual Golf event was held on

Thursday, June 25, 2009 at

The Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, MA. 

Weather was great as nearly 180 golfers hit the links in support of the work of the Pioneer Valley Chapter.

Many thanks to title sponsor ~

Thanks to their leadership support and major support provided by Moriarty & Primack, PC and AXiA Insurance Group  and dozens of sponsors and donors this event raised more than $32,000 in support of Red Cross services in our hometowns.

We are grateful for the outstanding support of ALL of our sponsors, volunteers and supporters.  Please click here for a full listing of contributors.

Red Cross Flu Checklist

Residents of Massachusetts may also dial "211"

to reach the MASS 211

United Way Hotline

for messaging related to

H1N1 (Swine Flu)

Click on the banner above to learn more.

Preparedness is key in advance of any emergency situation.  Click on the banner above to learn simple steps to

"Be Red Cross Ready!"

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The American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter offers a host of training and educational outreach programs that can help you be better prepared in the case of an emergency.

Community organizations and businesses are invited to call us to discuss ways we can work together to prepare our communities.  We'd be glad to develop and present specialized programs for your employees and constituents.

For more information contact Brenda Brouillette, Director of Disaster Services at brouilletteb@usa.redcross.org.

Home fires are the greatest and most common threat of disaster in our communities.

The good news is that they are preventable and steps should be taken to protect home and family from fires. 

Preparedness is the best defense.

Steps in both prevention and preparedness in the case of a fire are key.  Smoke alarms, disaster planning and home fire escape plans are a way to start preparing your family in the case of the unthinkable.

For more information contact Brenda Brouillette, Director of Disaster Services at brouilletteb@usa.redcross.org.

Click here to support the work of the Pioneer Valley Chapter.

A cardiac emergency can happen anywhere, anytime--are you prepared to help???

Learning CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) can help you effectively save the life of someone affected by a cardiac emergency. 

The Pioneer Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross offers a host of training programs to help you learn the skills needed to respond and care for people in need.

Explore our site or call for information on programs such as Babysitter Training; CPR & First Aid; Phlebotomy Technician Training; Certified Nurse Assistant Training; and more!

Call 413-737-4306 to learn how you can access convenient and affordable training opportunities!

An important piece of the funding puzzle

Thank you to our Corporate Partners who help provide critical resources to support the local work of your Red Cross.

Click here for a link to our 2009 Hometown Heroes Sponsors.

Click here for a listing of our  2008  Golf Tournament  Sponsors.

Click here for a listing of our EBay Charity Auction Donors.

Special thanks also to the United Way of Pioneer Valley.

Interested in volunteering?

The Pioneer Valley Chapter has many volunteer opportunities that fit a variety of interests and schedules.

Contact Laura for more information and to discuss your interests.

"I Survived a House Fire. . .I Wish My Stuff Had"

Author, Candace Quinn has released her personal story "I Survived a House Fire. . .I Wish My Stuff Had" outlining her experiences following the loss of her home and belongings.  This easy to use guide offers personal experience, safety tips and preparedness steps for everyone.  www.isurvivedahousefire.com

(This is Ms. Quinn’s first work outside of healthcare where she is a consultant, author and speaker.  She is a former resident of Longmeadow, MA; and former member of the American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter board of directors.  Ms. Quinn is donating a portion of royalties from the book to the American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter and to the National Fire Protection Agency.)

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