MRC and Covid-19 the AID for Response

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Abstract

"Volunteers have the heart when you ain't got the time," people will step forward to help in their communities. Learning how to use them as resources will be wise; it will prevent them from becoming liabilities while increasing your levels of preparedness.

The historical Role of Volunteerism in America has shown the evolution of Volunteerism to vital response careers. The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of local volunteer units that engage their local communities to strengthen public health, reduce vulnerability, build resilience, and improve preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities across all groups. Represented in GA with over 4,000 members and continuously growing; this volunteer group has a unique advantage in the institution of Public Health and Disaster response. .

Georgia volunteers’ exemplary performance during the COVID response and thereafter continue to exemplify how MRC groups rise to the challenge of closing gaps across all response elements. MRC groups throughout the state strengthen coalitions and have established the importance of their involvement during the planning process. These groups enhance resources, support staff, and strengthen relationships across all levels of need before, during, and after emergencies.

Volunteers show up regardless of an invite; having a comprehensive understanding of how well-established MRC/ volunteer groups function and how they serve Georgia's communities is an incredible asset to any response. Furthermore, it enhances planning and eases recovery.

While it is a fact that not all communities have MRC groups, your agency and organization can create your own and tailor their services to the needs of the population you serve.

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MRC and Covid-19 the AID for Response

"Volunteers have the heart when you ain't got the time," people will step forward to help in their communities. Learning how to use them as resources will be wise; it will prevent them from becoming liabilities while increasing your levels of preparedness.

The historical Role of Volunteerism in America has shown the evolution of Volunteerism to vital response careers. The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of local volunteer units that engage their local communities to strengthen public health, reduce vulnerability, build resilience, and improve preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities across all groups. Represented in GA with over 4,000 members and continuously growing; this volunteer group has a unique advantage in the institution of Public Health and Disaster response. .

Georgia volunteers’ exemplary performance during the COVID response and thereafter continue to exemplify how MRC groups rise to the challenge of closing gaps across all response elements. MRC groups throughout the state strengthen coalitions and have established the importance of their involvement during the planning process. These groups enhance resources, support staff, and strengthen relationships across all levels of need before, during, and after emergencies.

Volunteers show up regardless of an invite; having a comprehensive understanding of how well-established MRC/ volunteer groups function and how they serve Georgia's communities is an incredible asset to any response. Furthermore, it enhances planning and eases recovery.

While it is a fact that not all communities have MRC groups, your agency and organization can create your own and tailor their services to the needs of the population you serve.