Prepare the Community

Emergencies are more common than you may think and can happen at any time. That’s why the Red Cross is preparing families to be ready for disasters through free Prepare the Community events.

Each Prepare the Community event is designed to make emergency preparedness engaging and accessible for all ages. Each event is customizable and may include one or more interactive workshops, including:

Be Red Cross Ready
Prepare with Pedro
Home Fire Safety
Flood Simulator
Hands-Only CPR

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Be Red Cross Ready

Learn how to prepare for the unexpected by making a plan to stay safe, gathering important supplies and knowing how you’ll stay connected.

Prepare with Pedro

Our signature youth program that teaches kids how to be prepared, take action and cope during different types of emergencies, such as home fires and other local hazards.

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Home Fire Safety

Sign up for free smoke alarm installations, create your home fire escape plan and learn about common household fire hazards.

Flood Simulator

Learn about how flooding happens and how families can stay safe through a visual demonstration.

Hands-Only CPR

Learn how to perform hands-only CPR by providing chest compressions without mouth-to-mouth breathing so that you can help deliver lifesaving care until professional responders arrive.

For more information on hosting a “Prepare the Community” event in your area, please complete this event request form and a member of our preparedness team will contact you.

American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania Region

Prepare the Community