By WJBC Staff
BLOOMINGTON – The Red Cross of the Heartland will be installing free smoke alarms in Bloomington-Normal this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Volunteers will also share home fire safety information and help residents create a home fire escape plan.
Residents who need a smoke alarms can visit www.getasmokealarm.org or call the Red Cross at (844) 319-6560, extension 9 to request an installation appointment.
There is no charge for the installation. The Red Cross is partnering with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in installing the smoke alarms.
AmeriCorps
The American Red Cross Central and Southern Illinois Region is currently seeking individuals to serve as full-time AmeriCorps team members. Anyone looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the community while gaining new skills and experiences is encouraged to apply. AmeriCorps team members work with the Red Cross helping to empower residents to prepare and recover from disasters.
“AmeriCorps team members play a critical role in helping the Red Cross teach people about disaster preparedness and recovery,” said Alyssa Pollock, Regional Disaster Officer for the American Red Cross Central and Southern Illinois. “AmeriCorps team members gain valuable skills through the program and it is a rewarding experience because you are helping others.”
The American Red Cross Central and Southern Illinois Region currently has AmeriCorps team member openings in Bloomington, Moline, Peoria, Quincy and Springfield. Team members will serve from August 22 to July 22, 2017.
Anyone interested can submit an application to https://my.americorps.gov.
