May 2013 MRC Recap

May 2013 was a busy month! MRC participated in and/or sponsored the following:

• May 1 Blood Drive            
• May 2 Psychological First Aid Course 
• May 8 Leadership Meeting 
• May 16 and May 20 New Volunteer Orientations
• May 21-23 Participation in State WaServ Exercise
• May 30 Introduction to Disease Investigation

May 1 Blood Drive a Success!

 

 

The Blood Drive on May 1 was a huge success - we had 28 donors (goal was 25) and 14 people donasted for the very first time.  Thanks to everyone who participated!

Register Online Now for May 1 Blood Drive

The Thurston County Medical Reserve Corps and Thurston County Public Health & Social Services invite you to GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE: ALL ARE WELCOME!

Wednesday, May 1st
9am – 3pm (closed 11-12)
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Building: 412 Lilly Road NE, Olympia, Washington, Room 107 B & C

Register online here

New Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator Hired

New Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator, Cindy Meyer (center), is pictured with Sue Poyner, Emergency Response Coordinator (left), and Dr. Diana Yu, Health Officer, (right).

Cindy Meyer began her employment at Thurston County Health & Social Services on April 16. She comes to the Thurston County Medical Reserve Corps with extensive experience in volunteer management, most recently at Family Support Center. Cindy is excited about working with volunteers and in the field of emergency management, both are very close to her heart.

MRC Program Job Annoucement

I am very pleased to announce the opening of the Education and Outreach Program Assistant position at Thurston County Public Health and Social Services. This position will support the coordination of the Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer program and other preparedness and response activities. 

Please feel free to share with others. Thanks for you help in getting the word out.

 

For more information, please visit the Thurston County internet at: http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/cm/hr/external-employment.asp