*Important note: Information on this page is for
educational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice
or to be used for diagnosis or treatment. None of the information
should be used as a substitute for evaluation and treatment by a
qualified health professional. If you have, or suspect you have a
health problem, you should contact a physician or other health care
professional in your area.
Al-Anon/Alateen
1.888.4AL.ANON (425.2666)
www.al-anon.org
Al-Anon/Alateen's primary purpose is to help families and friends
of alcoholics recover from the effects of problem drinking.
Inquires are confidential and anonymous. Currently more than 30,000
groups worldwide are available to assist those whose lives have
been affected by someone else's drinking.
Alcoholics Anonymous
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and
women who have had a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional,
self-supporting, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical, and
available almost everywhere. There are no age or education
requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do
something about his or her drinking problem.
National Cocaine Hotline
1.800.COCAINE (262.2463)
www.ca.org
Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their
experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may
solve their common problem and help others to recover from their
addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop
using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances.
National Drug Information Treatment and Referral
Hotline
1.800.622.HELP
Provides information, support, treatment options and referrals to
local rehab centers for any drug or alcohol problem. Operates 24
hours, seven days a week.
Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders
www.anred.org
Anred. is a nonprofit organization that provides information about
anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder,
compulsive exercising, and other less well-known food and weight
disorders. Anred's material includes details about recovery and
prevention.
Gamblers Anonymous
www.gamblersanonymous.org
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their
experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve
their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling
problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop
gambling.
Narcotics Anonymous
www.na.org
Narcotics Anonymous is an international, community-based
association of recovering drug addicts. Started in 1947, the NA
movement is one of the world's oldest and largest of its type, with
nearly twenty thousand weekly meetings in seventy countries. NA
provides information on its recovery program and cooperates with
others concerned about drug abuse in their countries and
communities.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
1.800.NEWS.4.OCD
Free hotline that provides information on obsessive-compulsive
disorder.
Overeaters Anonymous
www.overeatersanonymous.org
Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women from all
walks of life who meet in order to help solve a common problem -
compulsive overeating. The only requirement for membership is a
desire to stop eating compulsively. OA is a non-profit
international organization that provides volunteer support groups
worldwide. Patterned after the Twelve-Step Alcoholics Anonymous
program, the OA recovery program addresses physical, emotional and
spiritual recovery aspects of compulsive overeating.
Sexual Compulsives Anonymous
www.sca-recovery.org
Sexual Compulsives Anonymous a fellowship of men and women who
share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that
they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from
sexual compulsion. The only requirement for membership is a desire
to stop having compulsive sex. The primary purpose is to stay
sexually sober and to help others to achieve sexual sobriety.
Americans with Disabilities Act Hotline
1-800-514-0301
www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/
The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in
employment, programs and services provided by state and local
governments, goods and services provided by private companies, and
in commercial facilities. The ADA was signed into law on July 26,
1990. It contains requirements for new construction, for
alterations or renovations to buildings and facilities, and for
improving access to existing facilities of private companies
providing goods or services to the public. It also requires that
State and local governments provide access to programs offered to
the public. The ADA also covers effective communication with people
with disabilities, eligibility criteria that may restrict or
prevent access, and requires reasonable modifications of policies
and practices that may be discriminatory.
National Insurance Consumer Helpline
1-800-942-4242
www.iii.org/index.html">www.iii.org
The Insurance Information Institute provides facts and assistance
free of charge to the media, individuals and organizations.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1-800-962-6215
www.epa.gov/index.html">www.epa.gov
The mission of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is to
protect human health and to safeguard the natural environment --
air, water, and land -- upon which life depends. Provides
information on becoming familiar with environmental issues and
potential environmental and human health risks caused by pollution.
Learn how you, your family, and your community can protect the
environment.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
1-800-532-4440
www.fda.gov/index.html">www.fda.gov
FDA is a public health agency, charged with protecting American
consumers by enforcing the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and
several related public health laws. It is FDA's job to see that the
food we eat is safe and wholesome, the cosmetics we use won't hurt
us, the medicines and medical devices we use are safe and
effective, and that radiation-emitting products, such as microwave
ovens, won't do us harm. Feed and drugs for pets and farm animals
also come under FDA scrutiny. FDA also ensures that all of these
products are labeled
truthfully with the information that people need to use them
properly.
Runaway Hotline
1.800.231.6946
www.nrscrisisline.org
The National Runaway Switchboard operates a confidential hotline
for runaway youth, teens in crisis, and concerned friends and
family members. Provides crisis intervention and travel assistance
to runaways, and information and local referrals to shelters
nationwide. Also relays messages to, or sets up conference calls
with, parents at the request of the child. All services are free
and available 24 hours every day.
NineLine (Crisis Line for Youth, Teens and
Families)
1.800.999.9999
NineLine is a nationwide crisis/suicide hotline. It provides
callers with locally-based referrals, provides help for youth and
parents regarding drugs, abuse, homelessness, runaway children, and
message relays. Operates 24 hours, seven days a week.
Boys Town National Hotline / Crisis Intervention
1.1.800.448.3000
www.boystown.org
The Boys Town provides short-term intervention and counseling and
refers callers to local community resources, counsels on
parent-child conflicts, family issues, suicide, pregnancy, runaway
youth, physical and sexual abuse, and ANY other issues that impact
children and families. Spanish-speaking operators available.
Operates 24 hours, seven days a week.
Domestic Abuse National Hotline
1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
www.ndvh.org
The National Domestic Violence Hotline links individuals to help in
their area using a nationwide database that includes detailed
information on domestic violence shelters, other emergency
shelters, legal advocacy and assistance programs, and social
service programs. One call summons immediate help in English or
Spanish. Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Nationwide RAINN National Rape Crisis Hotline
1.800.656.HOPE (4673)
Offers free, confidential counseling and support 24 hours, seven
days a week. Connects caller to the nearest counseling center,
which provides counseling for rape, abuse and incest victims.
Make-A-Wish Foundation
1-800-722-WISH (9474)
www.wish.org
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children under the age
of 18 with life-threatening illnesses.
Special Olympics
www.specialolympics.org
Special Olympics is a nonprofit program of sports training and
competition for individuals with mental retardation. They provide
year-round training and athletic competition for more than one
million athletes in nearly 150 countries and all 50 states in the
United States. For information on participation & volunteer
positions, check out their site.
National Hospice Organization
1-800-658-8898
www.nhpco.org
Founded in 1978, the National Hospice Organization is the oldest
and largest nonprofit public benefit organization devoted
exclusively to hospice care. NHO is dedicated to promoting and
maintaining quality care for terminally ill persons and their
families, and to making hospice an integral part of the U.S. health
care system. NHO's Organizational Vision NHO is committed to be the
nation's leader in improving end-of-life care, and in expanding
access to hospice care - there by profoundly enhancing the quality
of life for people dying in America.
National Easter Seal Society
1-800-221-6827
www.easter-seals.org
Easter Seals is a non-profit, community-based health agency
dedicated to helping children and adults with disabilities attain
greater independence. Today, millions of Easter Seals clients lead
improved lives because of the high quality programs for children,
vocational training and employment, and medical rehabilitation
services offered by Easter Seals affiliates.
VA Persian Gulf Helpline
1-800-749-8387
Insures that veterans with medical problems get prompt and thorough
attention.
National Health Information Center
1-800-336-4797
nhic-nt.health.org
The National Health Information helps both professionals and the
general public locate health information through identification of
health information resources, and information and referral system,
and publications. Utilizing a database which contains descriptions
of health-related organizations, the NHIC staff refer inquiries to
the most appropriate resource.
National Kidney Foundation
1.800.622.9010
www.kidney.org
The National Kidney Foundation is a major voluntary health
organization that seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract
diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and
families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability
of all organs for transplantation.
Lupus Foundation of America
1.800.558.0121
www.lupus.org
The Lupus Foundation works to educate and support those affected by
lupus and find the cure. The Web site strives to provide
information to those affected by lupus as well as support.
Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
www.bpkids.org
The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation educates families,
professionals, and the public about early-onset bipolar disorders;
supports families to maximize the well-being of the child while
minimizing the adverse impact of bipolar disorders on the family;
and advocates for increased services to families and research on
the nature, causes, and treatment of bipolar disorders in the
young.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit /
Hyperactivity Disorder
1.800.233.4050
www.chadd.org
CHADD is a national, non-profit organization representing children
and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD).
Founded in 1987 by a group of concerned parents, CHADD works to
improve the lives of people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity
disorder through education, advocacy and support. Working closely
with leaders in the field of AD/HD research, diagnosis and
treatment, CHADD offers its members and the public extensive
information and resources.
AIDS National Hotline
1.800.342.AIDS
www.ashastd.org/nah/index.html
The National AIDS Hotline, including its Spanish Service and TTY
Service, is operated under contract with the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. The hotline handles about 1 million calls
per year -- about 2,740 calls per day -- from people with questions
about prevention, risk, testing, treatment and other
HIV/AIDS-related concerns. Information Specialists are available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week, and can answer questions, provide
referrals, and send free publications through the mail.
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral
Center
1.800.438.4380
www.alzheimers.org
Provides information and publications on Alzheimer's disease to
health and service professionals, patients and their families,
caregivers and public.
Arthritis Foundation
1.800.283.7800
www.arthritis.org
The Arthritis Foundation has continued to speak for the millions of
Americans with arthritis. Two key examples of these successful
efforts were the revision of Social Security Administration rules
on children's disability benefits and the support of the Health
Insurance Portability Act. Throughout its 50-year history, the
Arthritis Foundation has made great strides in the treatment of the
many forms of arthritis.
Asthma Control Program
1.800.843.2473
Provides education about asthma to better understand, treat and
manage asthma. Leave name and address, they'll send free
information.
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
1.800.7.ASTHMA (727.8462)
www.aafa.org
AAFA was founded 1953, as a non-profit organization dedicated to
finding a cure for and controlling asthma and allergic diseases.
The AAFA serves the estimated 50 million Americans with asthma and
allergies through research, patient and public education programs,
direct individual and family support through their nationwide
network of chapters and support groups for adults, parents and
adolescents, public awareness campaigns, and public and
governmental advocacy.
American Diabetes Association
1.800.232.3472
www.diabetes.org
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading nonprofit
health organization providing diabetes research, information and
advocacy. The mission of the organization is to prevent and cure
diabetes, and to improve the lives of all people affected by
diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes
Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, and
provides information and other services to people with diabetes,
their families, health care professionals and the public.
Autism Society of America
1.800.328.3476
www.autism-society.org
The mission of the Autism Society of America is to promote lifelong
access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and
their families, to be fully included, participating members of
their communities through advocacy, public awareness, education,
and research related to autism.
Brain Injury Association, Inc.
1.800.843.2256
www.biausa.org
The mission of the Brain Injury Association is to create a better
future through brain injury prevention, research, education and
advocacy. Provides extensive information, local referrals,
mass-link listing, and support resources.
National Brain Tumor Foundation
1.800.934 CURE (2873)
www.braintumor.org
NBTF provides information on brain tumor diagnosis, treatments and
how to cope, frequently asked questions about brain tumors,
information about brain tumor types, background on brain tumor
treatments and rehabilitation and clinical trials. NBTF provide
patients and families the information they need to successfully
cope with their illness.
American Cancer Society
1.800.227.2345
www.cancer.org
The American Cancer Society provides information and referrals on
various issues related to cancer (treatment, services, literature,
transportation, equipment, encouragement and support).
Cancer Hope Network
1.877.HOPE.NET
www.cancerhopenetwork.org
One-on-one support to cancer patients and their families undergoing
cancer treatments from trained volunteers who have survived cancer
themselves.
Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, Inc.
1.800.932.2423
www.ccfa.org
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, Inc., is a
non-profit, research oriented, voluntary health organization
dedicated to finding the cause of, and cure for, Crohn's Disease
and Ulcerative Colitis.
American Society for Deaf Children
1.800.942.2732
www.deafchildren.org
ASDC is a national organization of families and professionals
committed to educating, empowering and supporting parents and
families to create opportunities for their children who are deaf
and hard of hearing in gaining meaningful and full communication
access, particularly through the competent use of Sign Language, in
their home, school and community. ASDC's primary mission is to
assure the highest quality programs and services for parents in
making sound and informed choices to meet their children's
educational, communication, personal and social needs so that they
may fully participate in the global community now and in the 21st
century.
National Family Association for Deaf-Blind
1.800.255.0411 ext. 275
www.tr.wosc.osshe.edu/dblink/
AADB is a national consumer advocacy organization for people who
have combined hearing and vision impairments. AADB is open to all
persons who are deaf-blind and individuals directly concerned with
their well being, including spouses, children, friends, and health
care professionals. AADB seeks to encourage independent living for
individuals who are deaf-blind, and provides technical assistance
to persons who are deaf-blind, families, educators, and service
providers.
Down Syndrome Hotline
1.800.221.4602
www.ndss.org
The Down Syndrome Hotline provides information and referrals, free
packets to new parents, information on education, support groups,
medical research, newsletter and phone support.
International Dyslexia Association
1.800.ABCD.123
www.interdys.org
The IDA (formerly The Orton Dyslexia Society) is an international,
non-profit, scientific and educational organization dedicated to
the study and treatment of dyslexia.
National Headache Foundation
1.800.843.2256
www.headaches.org
The National Headache Foundation provides knowledge and support,
explaining the causes and symptoms of headache, the latest
information on advances in headache treatment, and educational
publications.
American Heart Association
1.800.242.8721
www.americanheart.org
AHA is dedicated to providing education and information on fighting
heart disease and stroke. Website includes extensive reference
guides, information on family heath issues, CPR, technological
advances, and much more.
Hepatitis Foundation International
1.800.891.0707
www.hepfi.org
HFI seeks to increase awareness of the worldwide problem of viral
hepatitis and to educate the public and healthcare providers about
its prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Our goal is renewed
health for those afflicted, and a future free of the threat of
viral hepatitis. Hepatitis Foundation International is the only
organization focused exclusively on bringing viral hepatitis under
control, supporting research, educational programs, and materials
for medical professionals, those with hepatitis, and the public,
and also through a vast network of support for those afflicted.
National Mental Health Association
1.800.969.6642
www.nmha.org
The National Mental Health Association provides free information on
over 200 mental health topics including manic-depression,
bereavement, post-traumatic stress disorder, and warning signs of
mental illness. Also provides referrals to mental health providers,
distributes free national directory of local mental health
associations, and offers low-cost materials.
Mental Health Net
www.mentalhelp.net
Mental Health Net provides a free, easy-to-use, friendly resource
in which to access ALL the mental health topics on the Internet.
National Resource Center on Homelessness and Mental
Illness
1.800.444.7415
aspe.hhs.gov/homeless/index.shtml
The National Resource Center on Homelessness and Mental Illness is
the only national source of information specifically focused on the
needs of homeless people with serious mental illnesses. It works to
develop and disseminate knowledge about effective approaches to
providing services and housing to homeless persons with mental
illnesses.
American Liver Foundation
1.800.223.0179
www.liverfoundation.org
The ALF is the only national, voluntary non-profit health agency
dedicated to preventing, treating and curing hepatitis and all
liver diseases through research, education and support groups. The
ALF is leading the way in many of these important advances:
disseminating information vital to improving the understanding of
the liver and the quality of care to those who live with the more
than 100 liver diseases; informing the public about ways to take
better care of the liver through vaccination and lifestyle changes;
and supporting research into the mysteries of this miraculous
organ.
American Lung Association
1.800.586.4872
www.lungusa.org
Since 1904, the American Lung Association has been fighting lung
disease through education, community service, advocacy and
research. Lung disease, including asthma, emphysema, and lung
cancer, is the third leading cause of death in America. The ALA is
a resource for information and education about asthma. They have
assumed a leading role in the fight against tobacco, helping
smokers to quit, encouraging children not to start smoking, and
protecting non-smokers from secondhand smoke.
Lyme Disease Foundation
1.800.886.5963
www.lyme.org
The Lyme Disease Foundation, Inc. (LDF) is a nonprofit medical
healthcare agency dedicated to finding solutions to tick-borne
disorders. The LDF is the first, largest, most influential, and
most scientific such organization. The LDF is national in scope,
with strong ties in the international scientific community, working
with grass-root groups across the world.
National Bone Marrow Transplant Link
1.800.627.7692 - 1.800.654.1247 - 1.800.526.7809
Provides information on becoming a marrow donor.
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
1.800.441.7055
www.msfacts.org
The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation provides support services for
those diagnosed with MS, and information and referrals on
traditional and alternative treatments.
Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers
and Families
1.800.899.4301
www.zerotothree.org
Zero to Three concentrates exclusively on first years of life-- the
critical period when a child undergoes the greatest human growth
and development. They provide information for the parent or
professional to make a great impact and positively influence a
child's future. The mission is to help children best navigate their
first three years of life in order to develop a solid intellectual,
emotional and social foundation.
Child Abuse National Hotline
1.800.4.A.CHILD (422.4453)
www.childhelpusa.org
Child Help USA Hotline provides multilingual crisis intervention
and professional counseling on child abuse. They provide referrals
to local social service groups offering counseling on child abuse.
Operates 24 hours, seven days a week.
National Child Safety Council Childwatch
1.800.222.1464
Provides answers to questions and distributes literature on safety,
including drug abuse, household dangers, and electricity. Takes
information on missing children sightings. Sponsor of the missing
kids milk carton program. Operates 24 hours, seven days a week.
KID SAVE
1.800.543.7283
www.kidspeace.org
Provides information and referrals to public and private services
for children and adolescents in crisis. Referrals to: shelters,
mental health services, sexual abuse treatment, substance abuse,
family counseling, residential care, etc.
National Center for Missing and Exploited
Children
1.800.872.5437
Assists parents of missing children to locate them. Services are
free.
National Hotline for Missing and Exploited
Children
1.800.843.5678
Report missing children and sightings of missing children.
Missing and Exploited Children of Tennessee
1.800.TBI.FIND
www.ticic.state.tn.us/
America's Blood Centers
1.800.BLOOD.88
www.americasblood.org
The ABC Foundation is a public education organization established
to increase awareness about the need and importance of volunteer
blood donation. The ABC Foundation is affiliated with America's
Blood Centers, the 36-year-old national network of non-profit,
independent community blood centers that collect about half (47%)
of the U.S. blood supply at more than 450 blood donation sites in
45 states.
American Dental Association
1.800.947.4746
www.ada.org
The ADA is the professional association of dentists dedicated to
serving both the public and the profession of dentistry. The ADA
promotes the public's health through commitment of member dentists
to provide quality oral health care, accessible to everyone. The
ADA promotes the profession of dentistry by enhancing the integrity
and ethics of the profession, strengthening the patient/dentist
relationship and making membership the foundation of successful
practice. The ADA fulfills its public and professional mission by
providing services and through its initiatives in education,
research, advocacy and the development of standards.
Centers For Disease Control
1.800.311.3435
www.cdc.gov/health/diseases.htm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located in
Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is an agency of the Department of Health and
Human Services. Visit their site for information on health and
preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.
Nutrition Information Hotline
1.800.231.DIET
To learn more about nutrition, leave a message and they'll send you
information.
United Network for Organ Sharing
1.800.24.DONER (36637)
www.unos.org
UNOS, sponsored by the Department of Health and Services,
distributes donor cards and provides answers to questions on organ
donation and transplants.
Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National
Resource Center
1.800.624.BONE (2663)
www.osteo.org
The National Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National
Resource Center provides information to health care professionals,
patients and the public about metabolic bone diseases.
National Prenatal Care Hotline
1.800-311-BABY (2229)
National Coalition of Hispanic Health & Human Services
1.800.504.7081
medicalreporter.health.org
By calling 1-800-311-BABY (2229) from anywhere in the United
States, pregnant women will be routed automatically to their state
maternal and child health hotline or to one of the Healthy Start
prenatal care hotlines at 22 sites nationwide. Callers will receive
pregnancy and prenatal care information, and in most cases,
referral to nearby clinics, health care providers and
organizations. For Spanish-speaking callers, a separate phone
number operated by the National Coalition of Hispanic Health and
Human Services Organizations is available: 1-800-504-7081.
National Sexually Transmitted Disease Hotline
1.800.227.8922
This hotline provides information and referrals to free and
low-cost public clinics, prevention, symptoms, and transmission and
treatment of sexually transmitted diseases.
Stuttering Foundation of America
1.800.992.9392
www.stuttersfa.org
SFA provides information and referrals for stutterers and those who
treat stutterers. Phone support, conferences and a nationwide
referral list of speech pathologists who specialize in stuttering.
National Organization of Rare Diseases
1.800.999.6673
www.rarediseases.org
The National Organization of Rare Diseases provides information and
networking for persons with rare disorders.
National Patient Air Transport Hotline
1.800.296.1217
NPATH provides information and referral for persons who need cost
effective transportation for specialized treatment after an illness
or accident.
American Trauma Society
1.800.556.7890
www.amtrauma.org
The ATS is a nationwide, non-profit, voluntary organization
dedicated to the prevention of trauma and improvement of trauma
care. The American Trauma Society is a public education/awareness
association with projects and operations funded through grants from
the private sector, donations, and membership dues. The Society
currently has over 2,700 members, which include individuals (i.e.,
physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians and paramedics,
other allied health professionals, and the general public),
institutional members (i.e. trauma centers), and corporations. In
addition, the Society has state divisions to encourage
participation on the grass-roots level.
Vestibular Disorders Association
1.800.837.8428
www.teleport.com/~veda
VEDA is a nonprofit organization that exists to provide information
and support to people suffering from inner-ear balance disorders.
Symptoms of vestibular disorders may include dizziness, imbalance,
vertigo, nausea, and fuzzy vision, and may be accompanied by
hearing problems.
National Institute on Aging Information Center
1.800.222.2225
www.aoa.dhhs.gov
The National Institute on Aging provides information on older
persons and services for the elderly, their families, as well as
those concerned about providing the opportunities and services to
enrich the lives of older persons and support their independence.
YMCA of the USA
1.800.872.9622
www.ymca.net
YMCA programs are tools for building the values of caring, honesty,
respect and responsibility. Longtime leaders in community-based
health and fitness and aquatics, YMCAs teach kids to swim, offer
exercise classes for people with disabilities and lead adult
aerobics. They also offer hundreds of other programs in response to
community needs, including camping, child care (the Y movement is
the nation's largest not-for-profit provider), teen clubs,
environmental programs, substance abuse prevention, youth sports,
family nights, job training, international exchange and many more
activities.
MADD -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving
www.madd.org
"Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is more than just a bunch of
angry moms. We're real people, moms, dads, young people, and other
individuals just trying to make a difference. We are determined to
stop drunk driving and to support victims of this violent crime."
Mothers Against Drunk Driving is a non-profit grass roots
organization with more than 600 chapters nationwide, with the focus
to look for effective solutions to the drunk driving and underage
drinking problems, while supporting those who have already
experienced the pain of these senseless crimes."
American Red Cross
www.redcross.org
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by
volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the
Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement,
will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people
prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Resources, links,
and extensive information on how you can become involved.
National Fire Protection Association
1.800.344.3555
www.nfpa.org
The NFPA provides the latest information about the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), its departments, publications,
seminars, and educational programs. The mission of NFPA, which was
organized in 1896, is to reduce the burden of fire on the quality
of life by advocating scientifically based consensus codes and
standards, research and education for fire and related safety
issues.
