September 7, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #National Preparedness Month!
Join us to discuss ways to join the first Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Initiative. Join the Board of Advisors, Become a Trainer, or host a session in your organization or community. This is a great way to commit to Preparedness this month and everyday thereafter. We will walk you through the steps of joining the free knowledge and coordination center to access tools and resources.
To register click HERE
September 19, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Preparedness Month!
September ’23 Lunch & Learn: Spontaneous Volunteerism Curse or Gift?
Join founder Lisa Orloff and guests as they discuss their volunteer experiences as Spontaneous Volunteers. From 9/11/2001 and beyond neighbors have been responding to disasters in their communities. Why is this viewed by some as a major challenge and how have new training, tools and systems changed the dynamic.
To register click HERE
September 13, 2023
6:30:00-7:30 pm
TD Bank
182 Broadway, NYC
Hosted by James von Bischoffshausen
Calling all Stars Under the Stars event volunteers! If you have signed up to help make our annual fundraiser a spectacular event. This meeting is for you! Refreshments will be served as we review the run of show and assignments.
To register click HERE
September 20, 2023
Compound Disaster Response Planning
10:30 am-Noon
Hosted by the Staten Island Non-Profit Association: Learn how to prepare your organization for emergencies and disasters with expert strategies and tips. Don’t wait for the storm to hit – plan ahead during ‘blue skies’ to ensure a safe, swift, and effective response.
To register click HERE
September 26-29 2023
6:00-9:00pm
The Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Level 1 training series
Join World Cares Centers lead trainer Steve Landfield for this 4 part training and receive your Disaster Volunteerism Level 1 Credential
To register click HERE
September 21, 2023
6:00-9:00pm
Stars Under the Stars
Join us in thanking our volunteers and supporters and help support our mission and services that ensure Ready Responders and trained and equipped. World Cares Center believes that anyone can be a Ready Responder and when we help communities, we do so by empowering survivors to lead their community’s recovery. We leave behind the knowledge. tools and connections for communities to emerge as empowered leaders, building resilience from within.
Stay tuned for more information. Please save the date
October 5, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #FirePrevention and #Earthquake Preparedness Month!
We are delivering two important safety trainings this month. On October 5th Join Steve Landfield as he presents fire prevention training! This informative session delivers important prevention tips as well as what to do. Get important answers to questions like: What kills more people smoke or fire? knowing these important facts can save lives.
To register click HERE
October 17th, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Earthquake Preparedness Month!
Join Steve Landfield as he presents one of our newest trainings EARTHQUAKE AWARENESS! This informative session broadens our training on disasters that impact communities in the US and World Wide. We welcome our international partners as we are sure their participation with provide valuable insights for all of us.
To register click HERE
October 23-27, 2023
Noon-2:00pm
The Disaster Volunteer Credential Level Two Training Series
After completing DV1 move on to take this intermediate course that contains 12 hours of lessons. At the end of this training, participants will have gained an understanding of specific skills needed to stay safe and conduct field response including muck and gut operations. Upon successful completion of the course, test, and evaluation the participant will receive a certificate.
To register click HERE
November 2, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #SevereWeather Preparedness Month!
Join Steve Landfield as he presents our newest training NEW TSUNAMI AWARENESS! This informative session broadens our training on disasters that impact communities in the US and World Wide. We welcome our international partners as we are sure their participation with provide valuable insights for all of us.
To register click HERE
November 16, 2023
5:30-7:00 pm
World Cares Centers Board of Directors Meeting will begin with updates from the Next Gen Board followed by the committees. Additional business and updates will be presented and discussed.
November 21, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Cooking Safety Month!
Join Steve Landfield as he presents Food Distribution Safety. The holidays are upon us and volunteers are working hard at food banks, shelters and distribution centers. During this session Steve will walk everyone through how to remain safe while serving others in Food Distribution settings.
To register click HERE
November 2023 TBD
Saturday Noon-5pm
All Nations Disaster Chaplaincy
Join World Cares Center’s lead trainer Steve Landfield. After completing DV1 and DV2 take this Management level course and participate in interactive exercises so to apply your skills with peers and instructors. At the end of this training, participants will have gained an understanding of how to prepare plans that effectively place volunteers in roles that are at an appropriate risk level, learned effective management skills using ICS and emotional resiliency, and understand how to remain physically and emotionally safe in the role of a disaster manager.
To register click HERE
December 7, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is that time of year when we are all juggling work and family life to the fullest extent. Playing Santa, being the Happy Hostess all while juggling the same responsibilities and more at work. Take an hour out of your day to enjoy and interactive Resiliency Workshop. Grab a pen and paper or better yet a notebook and some colorful markers and be prepared to set yourself up for a Happy and Healthy New Year!! This one is all about YOU!!
To register click HERE
December 19, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
Household Holiday Safety. Gather your students, constituents and loved ones for life saving tips on how to stay safe during the holiday season and avoid Holiday accidents
To register click HERE
December 25- January 2, 2024
World Cares Centers team will be taking a much deserved break after a full year of programs and services that keep our Ready Responders ready, safe and equipped.
Happy Holidays to your family from ours!
August 3, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA Back to School Preparedness
In this session we welcome partner organizations, schools. Colleges and Universities to come together and discuss ways that our Next Generation can be better prepared at school and college as well as be involved in Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery initiatives.
To register click HERE
August 15, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Overdose Awareness Month
Steve Landfield presents Opioid Awareness. In this session learn about the dangers of Opioid misuse and how addiction creep into ones life after an injury has occurred. For caregivers and managers learn the sign of Opioid Abuse and positive actions that can be taken.
To register click HERE
August 16, 2023
5:30-7:00 pm
World Cares Centers Board of Directors Meeting will begin with updates from the Next Gen Board followed by the committees. Additional business and updates will be presented and discussed.
July 6, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
The Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Trainers Session. The Ready Responders Roundtable will be dedicated to preparing our first cadre of National Trainers who will expand this critical training in communities through out the US. This is a mandatory session for all of those participating in the July 10-14 Train the Trainers workshop.
To register click HERE
July 10-14, 2023
8:30-5:00
World Cares Center hosts the first cadre of Trainers during a week long Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Train the Trainer. These trainers will then return to their communities and deliver this three level credential training that ensures our volunteers are trained to provide a standard in service while remaining safe themselves. The initiative also promotes collaboration with the knowledge that member organizations are working from the same agreed to standards. In addition to the training, community groups will be given membership to the free knowledge and communication center where they can continue to increase their awareness on disaster response techniques as well as stay connected with other members and access management tools.
July 18, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Extreme Heat Safety Month!
Join Steve Landfield as he presents a series of safety tips for Ready Responders and safety minded citizens alike.
To register click HERE
July 20, 2023
7:00-10:00pm
Location: Katch Astoria – 31-19 Newtown Ave, Queens, NY
Mix and Mingle with our Next Gen Board Members to learn about World Cares Center and ways to get involved! Special thanks to our hosts at Katch https://www.katchastoria.com/
Ticket Price: $25 – Includes One Drink & Appetizers
To Purchase Tickets Click HERE
June 1, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #Hurricane Season! Leaders and Managers Update your Plans
June 1st is the beginning of Hurricane Season. Now is the time for Leaders and Volunteer Managers to ensure their plans are up to date, their volunteers are trained and they are connected to the partners and resources they need to respond safely and effectively. Join us for this important planning session
To register click HERE
June 14, 2023
7:00pm
DON’T GET BLOWN AWAY! DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: Online with the Westhampton Free Library
Long Island has had its share of disasters, from hurricanes to wildfires. Catastrophic events can come in all forms and sizes. You can’t anticipate a disaster, but you can take steps to possibly minimize the impact. Are you prepared?
Join Lisa Orloff, Founder and President of World Cares Center, a not for profit organization started during the 9/11/2001 relief efforts to empower citizens to be Ready Responders and Eastport FD volunteer Firefighter.
June 20, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
In this session you will learn about Muck and Gut team dynamics, setting up Muck and Gut operations and the specific techniques in Muck and Gut operations as well as PPE needed to remain safe.
To register click HERE
May 3 , 2023
World Cares Center’s Founder, Lisa Orloff Presents: Rumination Management and Positive
Reframing; Tools for Emotional Resiliency
Orloff and World Cares Center are a member of the Atlantic Center for Occupational Health and Safety Training
Rumination is defined as engaging in a repetitive negative
thought process that loops continuously in the mind without
end or completion. The pattern can be distressing, difficult to
stop, and unusually involves repeating negative thoughts or
hyper focus on a problem. Rumination is a common issue for
leaders, managers, and those in high stress environments.
Positive reframing can help reduce rumination by changing
how one thinks about a negative or challenging situations.
This involves retraining our thoughts to a more positive
direction. It can also involve identifying a lesson to be learned
from a difficult situation. In this session participants will
learn and apply reframing techniques. Positive reframing is
an important tool to develop that helps to maintain and build
emotional resiliency
May 4, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #WildfireAwareness Month!
Join us as we present one of our newest trainings WILDFIRE AWARENESS! This informative session broadens our training on disasters that impact communities in the US and World Wide. We welcome our international partners as we are sure their participation with provide valuable insights for all of us. A wildfire, forest fire, bushfire, wildland fire or rural fire is an unplanned, uncontrolled and unpredictable fire in an area of where vegetation catches on fire.
May 4 , 2023
World Cares Center’s Founder, Lisa Orloff Presents: Fluidity and Adaptability, Overcoming Barriers to Training.
Orloff and World Cares Center are a member of the Atlantic Center for Occupational Health and Safety Training
Lisa Orloff will share World Cares Center’s training methods,
tools and techniques used to engage audiences from a wide
demographic and varying levels of online experience. The
presentation will share the journey from traditional training
methods to developing hybrid models, games, and experiential
learning. Survey results will be shared that identify preferred
training methods by learners that can be applied in the
development of customized delivery to meet the learning needs
of our constituents.
May 16, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #Hurricane Preparedness Month!
Get ready before the June Hurricane Season Begins. This session is prepares volunteers with the knowledge they need to respond to Flood Disasters and conduct Muck and Gut operations. Join Steve Landfield as he presents introduction to Flood Response.
May 17, 2023
5:30-7:00pm
Via Zoom
This is World Cares Centers Board of Directors meeting. At the beginning of every session the Next Gen Board provides updates to the board.
April 18, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
It is #FEMA #SevereWeather Preparedness Month!
Join Steve Landfield as he presents our newest training NEW TSUNAMI AWARENESS! This informative session broadens our training on disasters that impact communities in the US and World Wide. We welcome our international partners as we are sure their participation with provide valuable insights for all of us.
April 20, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
On Thursday April 20 the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Advisory will review pertinent information regarding the July 2023 Train the Trainers exchange.
April 2023
“The grinding conflict in eastern Ukraine is increasingly affecting the mental health of boys and girls, causing nightmares, social isolation and panic attacks” the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
World Cares Centers deployment team returns to Ukraine to conduct Medical Clinics and Resiliency Workshops with families and children in the resettlement villages. Our Ukraine program coordinator is working diligently on the ground. We will partner with local Ukraine Universities conducting train the trainer sessions so that the Resiliency Program can expand through local NGO’s.
We are proud to be continuing our partnership with Baranova27 and give thanks to DRII Foundation for generously sponsoring a portion of the deployment. Additional funds are needed.
March 4, 2023
1:00-3:00pm
This is an introductory level training for disaster volunteers to learn the concepts of First Aid. Learn to avoid physical hazards, assess what type of first aid is needed, and provide services as necessary. At the end of this training, disaster volunteers will be able to utilize a tourniquet, treat heat and cold emergencies, and provide basic first aid services to themselves and others.
March 16, 2023
1:00pm
Become a Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Trainer and help your community prepare to respond and recover. Since 2001, disasters have increased in frequency and in severity. We are faced with compound issues and a rising number of constituents in need. Our organizations are also tasked with finding new ways to serve while keeping everyone safe.
A board of advisors has joined forces to create a three-tiered Cooperative Disaster Volunteer Credential training program that provides a solid foundation of knowledge for any disaster volunteer to work together safely and with a common understanding of how things should get done. World Cares Center will be accepting a limited number of applicants to participate in the first round Train the Trainer week long session.
On March 16th we will review the application criteria and process, the self paced advance work and the in person schedule to be held July 2023 in NYC . Trainers that successfully complete the program commit to engaging and training a minimum of one training in 2023. All expenses are paid for approved trainers and all trainers will be compensated for the approved training they deliver. The first step is to attend this orientation via Zoom.
March 21, 2023
Its not Luck: Reduce the Risk with Steve Landfield sponsored by Con Edison
1:00-2:00pm
This is a course for the general public to provide insight into household hazard identification and mitigation. At the end of this training, participants will know how to reduce risks, prepare themselves and their households prior to a household hazardous event and how to mitigate the effects post the occurrence.
February 2,2023
1:00pm-2:00pm
Over, over thinking, over giving, over sharing, over expecting, all the “overs” get in the way of our own personal and professional wellbeing. As leaders, especially in fields of disaster response, health care and volunteerism, the over expectation as to what we need to sacrifice to be a worth leader can and is taking a toll. Join the discussion, share your thoughts and techniques that will help your peers.
February 16, 2023
1:00-2:00pm
Happy New Year!! This will be the first meeting of the new year for the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Advisory Board. During this meeting we will review our progress and showcase the new and improved knowledge and coordination center pre-launch. You insights and comments will help to ensure we are delivering the best in class portal, free of charge to our local leaders and disaster volunteer managers.
February 21,2023
1:00-2:00pm
Learn about the all new, free knowledge and communication center. This newly designed enterprise is a game changers for local leaders and volunteer managers who seek to coordinate with peers and access free management tools. A follow-up with a group training session on March 9th once everyone has a chance to sign up and create an account.
February 22, 2023
From 6pm-9pm
January 10-14, 2023
All Day
Responding to Hurricane Ian, WCC Deploys to FT Meyer, Florida to assist in the recovery efforts. We are partnering with All Hands & All Hearts to train their volunteers and staff as well as citizens who wish to work in their own homes. In partnership with the UPS foundation, World Cares Center will be sending ahead urgent muck and gut supplies and PPE to keep disaster volunteers safe as respiratory illness is on the rise due to mold growth.
To donate click HERE.
Tuesday December 20, 2022
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Be the first to get your Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential! . This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
We will be hosting six 2 hour classes. Upon completion and a passing grade, participants will receive their Disaster Volunteer Level 1 Credential.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Be the first to get your Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential! . This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
We will be hosting six 2 hour classes. Upon completion and a passing grade, participants will receive their Disaster Volunteer Level 1 Credential.
Thursday, November 3, 2022
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Holiday Season is when we all want to give back. From playing Santa to helping in a Food Pantry or Delivering Cares and Cheer to those less fortunate. In this session we will be discussing safety measure for volunteer and volunteer teams. Topics include:
Thursday, October 20, 2022
11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
October’s Roundtable will be held on October 20th from 11:30-12:30pm. This meeting will focus on Ukrainian services providers and resources. As request by our previous attendees we are seeking speakers to share information on housing for Ukrainian Refugees. We will also review the free Resiliency Guidebooks and Workbooks for families and children.
The Roundtable is a monthly meeting of leaders and subject matter experts coming together to discuss our most pressing disaster management and safety concerns.
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Be the first to get your Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential! . This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
We will be hosting six 2 hour classes. Upon completion and a passing grade, participants will receive their Disaster Volunteer Level 1 Credential.
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Be the first to get your Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential! . This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
We will be hosting six 2 hour classes. Upon completion and a passing grade, participants will receive their Disaster Volunteer Level 1 Credential.
Sunday , September 11, 2022
11:00am – Noon p.m.
September 11th @11am: Leaders that have formed a national cooperative will speak about their involvement in the creation the first cooperative disaster credential.
Disasters have increased in frequency and in severity. We are faced with compound issues and a rising number of constituents in need. Our organizations are also tasked with finding new ways to serve while keeping everyone safe. How do we tackle such a mounting challenge while remaining resilient and healthy ourselves?
The answer is true collaboration and partnership built on a very clear understanding of how we can complement each other’s mission.
Through the Disaster Volunteer Credential Cooperative a board of advisors have come together to create a set of trainings that are a foundation for any disaster volunteer.
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
In this special Ready Responders Roundtable session we will be hosting organizations that provide services to host organizations with a focus on those servicing Ukrainian Refugees. If you are an organization that is looking to offer additional services through partnership, this is the meeting for you
September is National Preparedness Month. In the second half of the roundtable you are invited to share your preparedness activities and learn about others you can get involved in. Not sure what to do for your constituents, along side many other partners, World Cares Center can help. Join us to learn more!
Saturday, August 27, 2022
World Cares Center’s lead trainer delivers Flood Response training to the LACA disaster response team. L.A.C.A. had its genesis in the midst of the devastating tragedy of the World Trade Center. L.A.C.A., since day one, has provided numerous chaplains to assist firefighters and police officers in dealing with the traumatic events which surrounded this tragedy.
July 6th-15th, 2022
World Cares Center’s Volunteer Medical Team deploys to L’viv Ukraine to set up a medical clinic in a new resettlement village with partner Baranova27. Our team will provide much needed medical care while training survivors with medical experience to continue operations long term. We have developed a healing journal and a guide for caregivers and parents and will be hosting art therapy workshops along with healing art materials from our 9.11 partner Stars of Hope. With your support this will be the first of many deployments to support Ukraine. To donate click here.
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Noon-1 p.m.
Active Shooter Training for Everyone! Join special guest Andrew Bershad of the New York Police Departments Elite Emergency Services Unit. Being in public, whether it be your church, synagogue, mosque, school or post office or even a volunteer center, presents risks. In today’s world, one of those risks is an active shooter situation. It is important to be aware and be prepared.
After this training you will:
Thursday, August 4, 2022
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
The August Ready Responders Roundtable will feature the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Initiative. This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
The discussion will feature advisory board members and the subject matter experts that have contributed to the development of the program. We will also provide and overview and ways to get involved and credentialed!
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Be the first to get your Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential! . This first truly collaborative disaster volunteer credential is created by the organizations that will use it to keep their volunteers safe and updated as to the skills they need to volunteer effectively in disaster response.
We will be hosting six 2 hour classes. Upon completion and a passing grade, participants will receive their Disaster Volunteer Level 1 Credential.
World Cares Center reduces the harm, suffering, and loss caused by disasters by empowering under-served, at-risk communities to prevent everyday accidents and react as educated and skilled ready responders when disasters occur. WCC believes that resiliency is best promoted when all members of communities are prepared to respond to disasters together, working together to provide training coordination and support to the community.
Founded by citizen New Yorkers who stepped forward to assist in their community’s recovery in the aftermath of 9/11, WCC has become a leader in training individuals and communities in locally lead disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. WCC has a history of responding to disasters from
within hyperlocal communities from the attacks on 9/11 to Hurricane Irene, Superstorm Sandy, and Puerto Rico.
World Cares Center and Ready Rockaway have forged a strong and meaningful partnership during the Superstorm Sandy relief effort. Together the two organizations have successfully developed and delivered the Rockaway Ready Responders Initiative, the Rockaway Ready Responders Round Table, and the Rockaway Ready Responders Awards programs.
World Cares Center (WCC) trains local leaders who will emerge as disaster managers when their community is stricken by crisis offering disaster management tools and provides workshops so that citizens emerge as safe and effective disaster volunteers. The result is a proactive community able to
reduce suffering by responding immediately to the needs of their neighbors.
July 25th- August 5th 2022
Regional Ready Rockaway and World Cares Center partner for the second annual Next Gen Leadership series where tomorrows leaders participate in a two week training series to receive their Disaster Volunteer Credential, the first step in leading a safer and better prepared Rockaway Community. For more information on how your group can get credentialed contact us here.