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How does this work? There are four Citizen Corps programs:
The Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) are overseen by FEMA. These very special teams are trained to help first responders in an emergency. What does that mean? In a large emergency, emergency responders such as firefighters, will be very busy. They will not be able to help all the people who might need help. This is where CERT comes in. These special teams are trained to help out. They can do basic first aid, help with evacuations and other duties that are very important in an emergency. CERT volunteers may also help a community get prepared (find out more in Get Ready Get Set). They might help people learn what supplies they need on hand in case of a disaster and how to create a family communication plan. Does your community have CERT? Find out in the CERT Directory. Choose pdf or text versions. There are many partners in Citizen Corps, including the American Red Cross, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools within Department of Education, National Safety Council, Points of Light Foundation, National Fire Protection Association, Save A Life Foundation and the U.S. Junior Chamber. Wow! That's a lot of partners.
To find out more about Citizen Corps and CERT, go to www.citizencorps.gov ![]() |