FISH OF SANCAP and American Red Cross Offer Emergency Preparedness, CPR Training

FISH OF SANCAP in partnership with the American Red Cross, is offering an Emergency Preparedness and CPR Training event at the Sanibel Community House. The event will take place on Mon., May 20 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. The event is open to the entire community, up to 90 people.

Lunch and beverages will be provided. Registration is required to Manuela Martinez, manuela@fishofsancap.org.

The curriculum is designed to help people understand, prepare for, and respond appropriately to emergency and disaster occurrences such as home fires and hurricanes. “It’s so important to know what to do in the event of an emergency or disaster, and we’re thankful that the American Red Cross will be educating our community,’ says Manuela Martinez, Disaster Administrative Director.

The American Red Cross will discuss precautions, procedures, and measures to take to prevent emergencies and ensure the safety of individuals and property in the event of such occurrences.

Caregiver training will be facilitated by Ethan Ticehurst of the American Red Cross. He will introduce strategies and resources for caregivers during disasters with an emphasis on Hurricanes. 

A hands-on CPR training will be provided by Kim Berghs of the American Red Cross.

Additionally, FISH will be distributing their Hurricane Preparedness Packet to anyone who requests it.