Did you know that the McHenry County Medical Reserve Corps is part of a program aimed at creating local volunteers to provide assistance to their communities during an emergency or disaster?
After the tragic events of Sept. 11, thousands of citizens responded by volunteering to help in any way they could. To provide a framework for volunteers, President Bush launched the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) in 2002. MRC units contribute their skill and expertise throughout the year as well as during times of community need.
The County’s MRC is an important part of the McHenry County Department of Health’s (MCDH) emergency preparedness and response strategy.
MRC volunteers come from both medical and non-medical backgrounds and are pre-identified, trained and credentialed.
They help to fortify McHenry County’s ability to respond to terrorist activity, natural disasters and emergency health events. MRC volunteers can also work to strengthen the overall health and well-being of the community by participating in MCDH activities throughout the year.
You can make a difference in McHenry County with your expertise, energy and enthusiasm by joining the MRC. For more information, call Liz Hackett at (815) 334-4932 or visit www.mcdhprepare.info to get an application and view other resources.