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What a great week. Our friends from Kodiak Island Borough,Cordova, Valdez, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Municipality of Anchorage, and the Private Sector were together to help all of us at the state and federal level understand how we can support them during the next catastrophic earthquake. #ReadyAlaska #Alaska #Earthquake #EmegencyManagement.

Hurricane Helene has left a devastating impact across the Southeastern United States, with a tragic loss of life and widespread destruction of homes and communities. As of the latest reports, over 90 lives have been lost, and thousands of families have been displaced from their homes due to severe flooding and storm damage. As occupational therapists, we understand the profound importance of home and family in people's lives. The road to recovery will be long and challenging for those affected by this disaster. If you're able to help, please consider donating to these three organizations providing direct support: 1. Mercury One is coordinating helicopter deliveries of supplies and conducting rescues in hard-to-reach areas. Donate at https://mercuryone.org/ 2. yall weather trackers have purchased starlink satellite systems to restore communications to people in the damaged areas and provide other support. https://lnkd.in/d8bXHBaz 3. Local OT Amy Siegler's Mobility Matters Foundation is assisting the worst-hit areas of North Carolina. Donate via their Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/dy-4Fdsw All three organizations are ensuring 100% of donations go directly to those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a difference in helping communities rebuild and recover.

Thankful for the helpers 🖤 Savage Freedoms Relief Operation (Pineland) Privately-led, volunteer-based effort that emerged in response to Hurricane Helene’s devastation. AKA “Redneck Air Force,” headquartered at a Harley-Davidson dealership in North Carolina. Key Facts: Helicopter Fleet: The operation boasts a fleet of 35 helicopters, which have flown hundreds of rescue, reconnaissance, and resupply sorties. Organized Effort: The Savage Freedoms Relief Operation is run with military precision, utilizing special operations personnel and volunteers from North Carolina. Scope: The operation has expanded from initial door-to-door surveys and horseback reconnaissance to a full-scale, military-style rescue and supply mission. Funding: The operation is privately funded, with no government support or resources. Request assistance: https://lnkd.in/eezs-Znn Donate: https://gofund.me/a77356bb More information: https://lnkd.in/e6xegrAQ https://lnkd.in/eU_sCWvd #HurricaneRelief #HeleneRecovery #NCStrong #DisasterRelief #RebuildNC #SupportWesternNC #DonateNow #GreenBeret #pineland Savage Freedoms

"🚨 Modern Slavery: It's Closer Than You Think 🚨 Today's headlines are a stark reminder: Human Trafficking and Modern slavery takes many forms, even in our own backyard. 🌊 Take Action: Support the Slavery at Sea campaign 👥 Delivered by: SOHTIS, Stella Maris Org, and The Fishermen's Mission 🎯 Goal: Combat human trafficking in maritime industries Get involved: https://lnkd.in/egdywWXC. Human trafficking isn't just a distant problem—it's happening all around us. #EndModernSlavery #SlaveryAtSea #HumanTraffickingAwareness"

Just in case you missed it, we have been left with another wonderful parting gift from JB; another 1.2 Billion in military aid. Meanwhile, Hurricane Helene survivors in North Carolina are living under tents in freezing weather. Disclaimer: This content is in part for educational purposes. I unequivocally denounce any form of violence, hate, harassment, or bullying. This page does not endorse or promote dangerous acts, organizations, or any forms of violence. In accordance with the 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, this content is made available for "fair use" purposes, including criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. https://lnkd.in/eSRu3pEx

I know my contacts go far and wide. If you or someone you know is in need of air rescue due to flooding, here are two resources that are confirmed helping in the mountains: https://lnkd.in/eA6D3htV https://lnkd.in/efw8c9w7

A veteran is someone who, at some point in life, wrote a blank check made payable to “The United States of America” for an account of “up to and including my life.” We owe so much to the men and women who have written blank checks for our country. From the American Revolution to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, it’s estimated that over 40 million people have served in the United States Armed Forces. That’s a lot of blank checks. What we often forget, though, is that our nation keeps cashing those checks long after they were written. That’s because there’s something many veterans have in common: They never stop serving. I read about a non-profit organization called Team Rubicon. (More about them here: https://lnkd.in/g-hz6x4T.) Comprised mainly of military veterans, their mission is to deploy whenever a natural disaster strikes. Working with local first responders, these veterans utilize their skills and experience to provide relief to those in need. During Hurricane Harvey, for instance, eighty-nine veterans went to Texas to help with search and rescue operations. After the storm passed and the water receded, hundreds more arrived to assist with clean-up and repair. Similar teams deployed in responses to other hurricanes. Of course, there are probably thousands of veterans unaffiliated with any particular organization who continue to serve long after their days in uniform. I guess when they wrote checks to their country, they didn’t bother with things like expiration dates. So, this Veterans Day, I would like to express my gratitude to these veterans, who served not just once but continuously. For devoting their entire lives to service. For not only defending our communities but improving them as well. For writing the checks our nation so frequently needs to cash. To our veterans, I say, “Thank you.”

A veteran is someone who, at some point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to “The United States of America” for an account of “up to and including my life.” We owe so much to the men and women who have written blank checks for our country. From the American Revolution to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, it’s estimated that over 40 million people have served in the United States Armed Forces. That’s a lot of blank checks. What we often forget, though, is that our nation keeps cashing those checks long after they were written. That’s because there’s something many veterans have in common: They never stop serving. I read about a non-profit organization called Team Rubicon. (More about them here: https://lnkd.in/eGiGr8Wx.) Comprised mainly of military veterans, their mission is to deploy whenever a natural disaster strikes. Working with local first responders, these veterans utilize their skills and experience to provide relief to those in need. During Hurricane Harvey, for instance, eighty-nine veterans went to Texas to help with search and rescue operations. After the storm passed and the water receded, hundreds more arrived to assist with clean-up and repair. Similar teams deployed in responses to other hurricanes. Of course, there are probably thousands of veterans unaffiliated with any particular organization who continue to serve long after their days in uniform. I guess when they wrote checks to their country, they didn’t bother with things like expiration dates. So, this Veterans Day, I would like to express my gratitude to these veterans, who served not just once but continuously. For devoting their entire lives to service. For not only defending our communities but improving them as well. For writing the checks our nation so frequently needs to cash. To our veterans, I say, “Thank you.”

🌟 Honoring the Heroes of 9/11 🌟 Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience shown on September 11, 2001. We honor the heroes who stepped up in the face of unimaginable tragedy—the first responders, everyday citizens, and all who lost their lives. We are reminded of the importance of coming together as a community, supporting one another, and standing strong in the face of adversity. Let us carry forward the spirit of unity and compassion that emerged from that day, as we work together to build a brighter, safer future for all. #NeverForget #September11 #CommunityStrong #UnitedWeStand See less

A veteran is someone who, at some point in life, wrote a blank check made payable to “The United States of America” for an account of “up to and including my life.” We owe so much to the men and women who have written blank checks for our country. From the American Revolution to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, it’s estimated that over 40 million people have served in the United States Armed Forces. That’s a lot of blank checks. What we often forget, though, is that our nation keeps cashing those checks long after they were written. That’s because there’s something many veterans have in common: They never stop serving. I read about a non-profit organization called Team Rubicon. (More about them here: https://lnkd.in/g99E4Qv9.) Comprised mainly of military veterans, their mission is to deploy whenever a natural disaster strikes. Working with local first responders, these veterans utilize their skills and experience to provide relief to those in need. During Hurricane Harvey, for instance, eighty-nine veterans went to Texas to help with search and rescue operations. After the storm passed and the water receded, hundreds more arrived to assist with clean-up and repair. Similar teams deployed in responses to other hurricanes. Of course, there are probably thousands of veterans unaffiliated with any particular organization who continue to serve long after their days in uniform. I guess when they wrote checks to their country, they didn’t bother with things like expiration dates. So, this Veterans Day, I would like to express my gratitude to these veterans, who served not just once but continuously. For devoting their entire lives to service. For not only defending our communities but improving them as well. For writing the checks our nation so frequently needs to cash. To our veterans, I say, “Thank you.”