The Texas Gulf Coast Region (TGCR) Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) is a local incarnation of the Texas State VOAD (www.txvoad.org) and the National VOAD (www.nvoad.org). The TGCR VOAD consist of non profits that have a role in long term recovery in the Greater Houston Area. Some of our member also have a substantial role during the response phase.
Membership: Linda Hudson, Harris County Community Services
Communications: Tony Lamberth, The HELP Foundation
Education and Training: Denise Walker, Lone Star College System
Mardie Menke, HCOHSEM
Government Liaison: Jennifer Posten, Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston
The officers and standing committee chairs comprise the new Executive Committee. This committee will be responsible for planning events, programs and business agendas for the next two years, beginning with the January meeting. They will be open to ideas and suggestions from all members and friends.
The American Red Cross is offering a unique opportunity to meet the national nursing leader and learn about the challenges of disaster relief operations and the contributions healthcare professionals make to their communities every day through their volunteer efforts. More info can be found here
February 22-23, 2012
MGT – 315: Enhanced Threat and Risk Management
Lone Star College Cyfair
CERT Team Training is being scheduled at the following locations: