Disaster Information
Whenever disaster strikes, what are some of the services offered to victims?
While each disaster is unique and devastating in its own violent impact on the lives of individuals and communities, there are certain basic needs to which The Salvation Army responds. Response and recovery services include, but are not limited to: Spiritual Ministry, Counseling, Identification/Registration, Mobile Feeding, Congregate Feeding, Financial Assistance, Shelter, Donated Materials, Basic Commodities, Reconstruction, Services to Volunteers and Advocacy.
Salvation Army mobile canteens bring food, clothing, blankets and medical supplies. Workers comfort victims, help reunite families and find emergency shelter. The Salvation Army also provides extended services in major disasters involving massive cleanup or reconstruction.
The Salvation Army is an integral member of the community of disaster service organizations. The Army has executed reciprocal service agreements with the following organizations: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), American Radio Relay League (ARRL), American Red Cross, Civil Air Patrol (CAP), Radio Emergency Associated Citizens Teams, International (REACT).
