Medical Reserve Corps
After September 11, 2001, thousands of Americans responded by volunteering to help in any way they could. Many more Americans asked, "What can I do to help?" The Medical Reserve Corps brings volunteers - health professionals and others - together to supplement existing local emergency plans and resources in cities, towns, and counties throughout the United States. In order to be most effective during times of emergency, volunteers must be organized and trained to work in emergency situations. The Medical Reserve Corps is designed to provide that organizational structure and promote appropriate training of volunteers for communities.
For additional information, please visit the Medical Reserve Corps website.
Resources
- MRC Core Competencies (PDF)
The MRC Program released the highly anticipated core competencies on April 19, 2006 at the National MRC Conference held in Dallas, Texas.
- Getting Started: A Guide for Local Leaders (PDF)
Every MRC functions differently. The first step in forming a unit is to carefully evaluate your local situation. It is important to secure a broad base of support from others in your community. Identifying and acquiring resources will be essential to meeting your MRC's operational needs.
- Organizing an MRC Unit: Operational Components and the Coordinator's Role (PDF)
The coordinator's main job is matching community needs for emergency medical response and public health initiatives with local volunteer capabilities. Establishing and sustaining the unit's internal organization also is a priority.
MRC Programs in Texas
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