Originally published on the American Red Cross Northern New England Region ‘s Blog. “Your emergency is not other people’s emergency.” More than a year after Amanda Smith lost her home …
Veterans Day: Honoring Red Crossers for their Service to our Country and Mission
This Veterans Day, we recognize the incredible sacrifices active-duty service members, veterans and their families make for our country. We honor them today and every day as they continue to …
Military Spouses, the ‘Pillars’ of Service: Meet Leeashaa Ramoutar
When military families were called to facilitate the evacuation of families and individuals from Afghanistan, Leeashaa Ramoutar swung into full gear. Originally from the U.S. but stationed in Germany with …
Sickle Cell Disease 101: A Chat with Sickle Cell Warrior Nicklaine Paul
More than 100,000 people have sickle cell disease in the U.S. and many require regular blood transfusions throughout their lifetime. Blood transfusions help manage the severe pain and long-term health …
Perspectives on Disability Integration at the Red Cross
It was easy for Chris Higgins to say yes to the American Red Cross when they offered him his first job right out of college. He was burned out and …