Official VOAD for Santa Clara County
COOP Zoom Webinar When: Mar 20, 2023, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. AND March 27, 2023, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Register in advance for this session. If you register for the 20th, you’ll also be enrolled for the 27th and must attend BOTH sessions. Training sponsored by Bay Area UASI Training and Exercise Program. If you have an […]
When: May 16, 2023, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Register in advance for this session. Does your agency have mandated tasks or services that are critical to the community you serve? Have you determined how you will continue those tasks and services during a disaster? Whether you have a COOP plan or are new to the COOP […]
Jun 13, 2023 10:00 - 11:30 AM CADRE is convening community organizations and individuals to participate in a countywide planning effort focused on the needs of animals (large, small, exotic, etc) during and after disasters like extreme heat and cold, earthquakes, fires and floods. We're looking for those with experience and insight into the best […]
Free Disaster Recovery Workshops Disaster recovery protocols should be in place before a disaster unfolds. As Santa Clara County enters another high heat and fire season, and El Niño conditions indicate a wet winter, government and nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and businesses must be prepared to navigate future disasters that may match or exceed the scale […]
Register in advance for this session. What is Continuity of Operations Planning? What are your organization’s essential functions? How do you determine what tasks are essential or not? If you are unsure how to approach any of these questions, this is the session for you! Knowing what procedures are necessary for your organization to serve […]
Register in advance for this session. Where do your operations go if your building is unavailable? What is a Memorandum of Understanding? What are the benefits of having an alternate facility? If you are unsure how to approach any of these questions, this is the session for you! In this session, we will explore the […]
Register in advance for this session. What happens when your organization becomes the headline? What if the media wants to do a story about your organization’s mission? What should you do if you’re interviewed? What information should be public? Join retired emergency manager and public information officer, Lynn Brown, as he discusses best practices when […]
Register in advance for this session. How does CADRE assist the nonprofit and faith community after a disaster? What is the inter-agency coordination call? How is it conducted? Where should you look for reliable disaster information? Who will you call if you need assistance providing services or need to report service gaps/concerns during an emergency? […]
Register in advance for this session. Conducting building evacuation drills can be intimidating and overwhelming OR they can be fun, productive, and educational. CADRE has developed fast, easy, do-it-yourself steps to run a successful evacuation drill and improve capabilities. In this training, you will: Understand how to plan an evacuation exercise from start to finish. […]
Register in advance for this session. The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events requires a paradigm shift in how we perceive disaster relief. CADRE is inviting service providers, first responders, government planners, and community advocates to share their experiences and ideas for a collaborative response. In this webinar, we will consider: The changing […]
Register in advance for this session. How does your organization feed your community? What services do you uniquely provide? Who supports your efforts? What happens if you reduce, adjust, or expand your services to the community during any emergency? Join us for a discussion and celebration of organizations dedicated to accessible food relief. Here we […]
Register in advance for this session. How can we help each other? What to do in case of? Who should attend? Anyone in Santa Clara County who operates disaster shelters or overnight warming locations. Anyone who works with unhoused. Anyone interested in operating a shelter or overnight warming location. On registration, please be prepared to […]
