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Hands On & United Way | Winter Storm Special Edition This special edition was sent to all Hands On and United Way of Greater Nashville subscribers. Receive all winter storm and Middle Tennessee disaster news by signing up for Hands On Disaster Newsletters. Subscribe to Disaster Newsletters Winter Storms: How You Can Help The impacts of ice, snow, and extreme cold continue to be felt throughout Middle Tennessee. Hundreds of thousands remain without power, while others are wondering where to start cleaning up.  It’s still too early to know the full extent of the damage and the needs our neighbors may have, but we wanted to share the first opportunities for those who are able to start serving others right away. (Looking for help? Resources are below.) Start Local: Walk next door to check on neighbors who are older, have disabilities, or live with small children.  If you have power, can you bring a warm meal or coffee to a family down the street who may have damage that is just on their property? Do you have a spare room to offer a friend a warm place to stay? If you have an equipped vehicle and a clear route, can you help someone with an urgent errand? If you know everyone on your block has what they need, check local social media groups on Facebook and Next Door for more ways you can help.  Partner Opportunities: Hands On and United Way are working with local Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOADs) and organizations across our region to support their efforts. Here are current needs, if you are able to help: Support Winter Storm Shelter Guests With The American Red Cross Keep Neighbors Warm With Open Table’s Cold Weather Canvassing Able to Travel Safely? Deliver Meals With Mercy Chefs Visit hon.org to see the latest opportunities Be Ready To Respond To The Next Storm There are lots of training opportunities coming up for this winter and upcoming storm seasons. Be trained, learn about preparedness, and get ready to help! Hands On Disaster Volunteer Leader Training This Thursday: Nashville Launch Pad Emergency Shelter Training This Friday: Red Cross Shelter Training Red Cross Damage Assessment Training Need A Hand? Winter shelters are open, and United Way’s 211 helpline is ready to help you find the resources you need to stay warm and safe through the ice and cold, wherever you live in Middle Tennessee. Please share this information with any friends and neighbors who may need help. Metro Nashville has three overnight shelters available at the Madison Community Center, Nashville Fairgrounds, and Southeast Community Center. Call 615-401-1712 if you need transportation to one of these locations. View TEMA’s Overnight And Warming Shelters For All Tennessee Counties Call 2-1-1 Or View Resources Online There Are Lots More Ways to Help! Check Out the Volunteer Calendar View Long-Term and Skilled Listings Options for Youth & Teen Volunteers Nonprofit Wish Lists

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