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Southeast Wisconsin Citizen Corps (SEWICC) consists of volunteer programs such as CERT (Community Emergency Response Training), VIPS (Volunteers In Police Service), MRC (Medical Reserve Corps), WisTAP (Wisconsin Terrorism Awareness Program), Fire Corps, Neighborhood Watch, and SERT (School Emergency Response Training).

These programs work in conjunction with each other to provide community-based disaster readiness training and awareness as well as personal empowerment and the tools citizens need to keep themselves and their families safe in the event of an emergency or disaster. They are funded by the office of Justice Assistance, administered by the Wisconsin Citizen Corps Council, and in partnership with Racine and Kenosha Counties Emergency Management.

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If you are interested in volunteering with any of these programs or are interested in training, please feel free to contact Cathy LaFaive-Markstrom at the Volunteer Center of Racine County at 262-886-9612 or cmarkstrom@volunteercenterofracine.org


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CERT Meeting November 14!

This is a reminder that a meeting for Racine & Kenosha CERT will be at the Volunteer Center of Racine County, Inc November 14 at 11:00am!


We will be supplying coffee & bakery for those who show up! Have a say in CERT program and learn about upcoming activities.

When: November 14, Saturday, 11:00am - 12:00pm, Where: Volunteer Center of Racine County, Inc. 

      6216 Washington Ave, Suite G
      Racine   53406

Corner of Washington Ave (HWY 20) and N. Emmertsen Rd. next to Mike & Angelo's.

Call 262-886-9612 between 8am & 5pm if you need directions!

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CERT Volunteers needed at the Racine County Employees Health Fairs

EWICC needs CERT volunteers to man a CERT booth at the 2009 Racine County Employee Health Fair on the following dates:

Tuesday, November 10 7am - 10am Thursday November 12 7am - 10am Thursday November 19 7am - 10am

We need CERTs to hand out information on CERT training and explain what the classes are about to Racine County employees. IF YOU CAN ONLY MAKE PART OF THE TIME THAT IS OK. You do not need to sign up for the whole 3 hours, but if you can it’d be greatly appreciated.


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MRC Needs CERT Volunteers

Hello MRC members,

Just a reminder that our unit has been activated to help staff the 2-1-1 centers for both Milwaukee and Waukesha. There are multiple shifts to cover, so please consider volunteering your time - EVERYONE'S help is needed!

---WAUKESHA--- November 2-November 22 6 volunteers needed on EACH shift 8-10 a.m. 3-7 p.m. 9-11 p.m. Sundays: 4 volunteers needed, 4-7 p.m. (Volunteers may commit to one or more days as their schedule allows) Mental Health Association in Waukesha County, Inc. S22 W22660 E. Broadway Suite 5S Waukesha, WI 53186

Parking is free and available next to the building.  The nearest busstop is Hwy. 164 & Racine Ave (11 minute walk).

---MILWAUKEE--- November 2-November 22 6 volunteers needed on EACH shift 8-10 a.m. 3-7 p.m. 9-11 p.m. Sundays: 4 volunteers needed, 4-7 p.m. (Volunteers may commit to one or more days as their schedule allows) Milwaukee IMPACT 6737 W. Washington St. Suite 225 Milwaukee, WI 53214

Parking is available at the building.  Parking requires special token, which volunteers can pick up inside building so there is no fee upon exit.  The nearest busstop is Greenfield and 70th (10 minute walk).

---DUTIES AT BOTH CALL CENTER LOCATIONS--- Volunteers will field medical and non-medical related phone calls from people seeking information to H1N1 Influenza related topics.  Scripts will be provided for frequently asked questions.  Training will be provided onsite.

    • Please contact Scott Johannes at the Milwaukee/Waukesha Public Health Consortium to volunteer, 414-768-9101 or sjohannes@phprepare.net.** Scott will note your preferred date(s), time(s) and location(s) and will pass that information along to the appropriate 2-1-1 center. 2-1-1 will then verify your shift(s) with you.

As you can see, there are a lot of shifts to be filled here, so please do what you can to help out!!

Thank you!

Linda Botts Program Manager Southeast Wisconsin Medical Reserve Corps Office: 262-446-5077 Mobile: 262-364-9471



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Time to start thinking about severe WINTER weather


Here is the list of what we recommend you should have:

  • Water, at least one gallon of water per person per day for at least 3 days.
  • Food, at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food items.
  • Battery powered, or preferably hand-crank radio, a NOAA Weather Radio and flashlights (extra batteries if you are using battery-powered).
  • First aid kit.
  • Whistle to signal for help.
  • Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting & duct tape for sheltering-in-place.
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation.
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities.
  • Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food).
  • Local maps & family emergency plan.
  • Household chlorine bleach & medicine dropper (dilute 9 parts water to 1 part chlorine or 16 drops per gallon of water, DO NOT use scented or color-safe bleach).
  • Matches in a waterproof container.
  • Books, games, activities for children.
  • Paper & pencil.
  • Fire extinguisher.


There is much more you can add if you would like. A complete list is available at the Volunteer Center or at www.ready.gov as well as the Volunteer Center’s website at http://www.volunteercenterofracine.org/index.php/SEWICC .

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Red Cross Needs CERT Trained Disaster Action Team Members ASAP!

Red Cross volunteers needed in the areas of Disaster Action Team members, Fire Surveyors, and Caseworkers. If interested contact Danielle Ferguson, DAT Coordinator at fergusond@wi-redcross.org or at 1-800-236-8680.

The worst time of year for house fires starts with the first cold snap of the year (that is already here) and goes until the end of February. DAT members assist with handing out blankets, food, etc at the scene of fires around the county and the Red Cross would like DAT members to have CERT training for safety reasons (remember, you will be on the scene of fires assisting victims) and they are already in need for the winter!


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Upcoming Events


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Links for More Information

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