American Red Cross Rhode Island

10/16/2026

Stay healthy this flu season! 💪 Get a flu vaccine, wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes, and make sure to get enough rest. These simple steps help prevent the spread of illness. https://rdcrss.org/4hYLcij

10/13/2026

You can be the person who knows what to do in an emergency.

Take the first step to learn CPR: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class

10/12/2026

Want to make a real difference in your community? Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers respond to local emergencies, support families after home fires, assist during floods and severe weather, and provide help when it's needed most.

🚨 Join us for our Community Disaster Volunteer Training on October 24 and become part of a team that's helping neighbors across Rhode Island.

WHAT:
Community Disaster Volunteer One Day Training
WHEN:
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE:
100 Niantic Avenue
Providence, RI 02907

No prior experience is necessary. Training and ongoing support will be provided. Click the link to register -> https://rdcrss.org/3WhA9Jz

10/09/2026

Fire Prevention Week may be wrapping up, but fire safety is a year-round effort. As the colder months approach, remember to take simple steps that will keep your household safe:
🕯️ Never leave candles unattended.
🔥 Use space heaters safely.
🍳 Cook safely.
🚨 Test your smoke alarms and practice your escape plan.

Don’t leave fire safety up to chance.🔮 To learn more visit https://rdcrss.org/2T3N0xU

10/08/2026

Chilly days are here, which means heaters are coming back on. During Fire Prevention Week, take a moment to make sure you’re heating your home safely. A few simple precautions can help prevent a home fire and keep everyone safe.

🚫 Never leave space heaters unattended.
🚨 Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from heating equipment.
🔌 Plug space heaters directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord or power strip.
🚫 Turn heaters off when you leave the room or go to bed.
🚨 Make sure your smoke alarms are working.

Stay warm and safe!

10/08/2026

A special welcome home for our veterans! ❤️

Red Crossers Susan, Peter, Tim and Sallie were at Rhode Island’s Honor Flight, cheering on veterans as they departed and welcoming them home at Providence Airport. We’re grateful to be part of a community that comes together to recognize and honor those who have served.

10/07/2026

Did you know? Using an oven to heat your home can increase the risk of a home fire. Please keep your family safe - don't use an oven to heat your home.

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10/05/2026

It's National Fire Prevention Week! What starts as a quick scroll can turn into a kitchen emergency. In this lighthearted video, Fire Department Chronicles creator Jason Patton and the American Red Cross share simple steps to help prevent cooking fires and explain what to do if a grease fire starts. A few seconds of attention can make all the difference.

What starts as a quick scroll can turn into a kitchen emergency. In...

10/02/2026

BINGO!👏

What better way to celebrate the end of summer than with good food, great friends and a little Preparedness Bingo? Thanks to our incredible volunteers for joining us for an evening of fun, laughter and appreciation. ❤️

10/02/2026

The Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region is hiring a Regional Mass Care Manager to support disaster planning and help ensure essential disaster services, including sheltering, feeding and emergency supplies, are available when they're needed most.

In this role, you'll work with volunteers and community partners to strengthen preparedness and support communities before, during and after disasters. ❤️

Learn more and apply today: https://rdcrss.org/4APijxI