Help SURVIVORS become more resilient by donating emergency supplies

Guest blog post by SURVIVORS’ AmeriCorps Fellow, Hannah Senninger

Help SURVIVORS become more resilient by donating supplies today!

From the Northern California wildfires which have burned over 215,000 acres, to the hurricanes in Texas and the Bahamas which destroyed thousands of homes and has left Puerto Rico and other small islands in crisis, to an increase in mass shootings, it is more important than ever to be prepared in the event of an emergency or disaster. According to FEMA, more than 40% of small businesses and nonprofits do not reopen after a major disaster, which is why SURVIVORS is working to update our Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Plan.

SURVIVORS is currently working on updating and replacing all emergency procedures, practicing drills, and educating our staff, clients, and volunteers on the most likely disasters facing our organization and how best to respond to them. However, we need your help to ensure we remain resilient and prepared to respond when a disaster does strike. SURVIVORS is currently look for emergency supplies donations for our emergency preparedness kit.

Requested items include:

Flashlights with extra batteries
Hand-crank or battery-powered radio
Whistle
Duct tape
Band aids
Gauze
Latex gloves
Dust Masks
Scissors
Matches
Bug Spray
Antiseptic
Hand Sanitizer
Tarp
Aspirin (or similar)
Tools (wrench, pliers)
Manual Can Opener
Drinking water
Work gloves
Non-perishable food items
Trash bags
Rain gear

These donations will immensely help SURVIVORS be more prepared and resilient in the event of a disaster. SURVIVORS is also looking for volunteers to contact in the event of an emergency to help us rebuild and continue to provide uninterrupted services to our clients. If you have any items you would like to donate or would like to be listed as an “in-case of emergency volunteer” please contact SURVIVORS’ AmeriCorps Fellow, Hannah Senninger, at [email protected] or (619) 278-2411 for arrangements.

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SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.

To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.

MEDICAL SERVICES

SURVIVORS' provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.

PSYCHIATRIC CARE

SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.

PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETATION

SOCIAL and PEER SUPPORT

SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor's feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.

FORENSIC EVALUATIONS

SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client's asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.

FORENSIC EVALUATIONS

SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client's asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.

CASE MANAGEMENT

Services to address essential needs such as food, clothing, and housing. We distribute blankets, backpacks and educational supplies, public transit passes, and hygiene items.