1301 East Griggs Ave. Las Cruces, NM 88001 Administrative Contact Charles Woodward, Executive Director (575)526-2631 Email:
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Agency Telephone Numbers Administrative: (575) 526-2631 FAX: (575) 524-4271 Toll Free: (888) 922-2631 Admin. Office Travel Instructions 1301 East Griggs Ave. - close to Solano and bus lines. Administrative Hours M-F: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; Blood pressure checks, Monday : 9 AM - 12 NOON Administrative Overview The Southwest New Mexico Chapter of the American Red Cross is responsible for eight counties (Dona Ana, Luna, Hidalgo, Grant, Sierra, Lincoln, Otero, Chavez). The organization is run by 8 paid staff members and 196 volunteers. Mission Statement The Southwest New Mexico Chapter of the American Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Additionally, the Red Cross provides for emergency communication between military and family members. Governed By Volunteer Board of Directors Agency Sites AMERICAN RED CROSS 1301 East Griggs Ave. Las Cruces, NM 88001 Search Terms (AIRS Taxonomy) Water Safety First Aid Emergency Communications Education Disaster Relief Services CPR Agency Services Disaster Relief Services | DESCRIPTION | The Red Cross provides relief in emergencies throughout the world. | | APPLICATION | Services are given to those experiencing disasters. | Education | DESCRIPTION | The Red Cross provides CPR training, First Aid training, water safety training, community disaster education and instructor training at the Red Cross site or other sites. Provides OSHA training to businesses. | | HOURS | As arranged. | | APPLICATION | The Red Cross provides training at the Red Cross sites as well as businesses, schools, recreation centers, and other authorized providers. | | LANGUAGES FEES | English and Spanish. Vary by training course, no fee for community disaster education | Emergency Communication for Active Duty Military | DESCRIPTION | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY- In case of family emergency, the Red Cross will verify details and contact the family members where he/she is stationed. It will help to expedite speedy transportation when necessary. | | ELIGIBILITY | Must have family emergency and have family member in the military. | | FEES | No fee | | HOURS | 24 hours. | |