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The home that withstood the wildfire conditions featured closed eaves, fiber cement siding, a fiberglass door, dual-paned windows with tempered screens, and mulch made of rock, not wood. The surrounding vegetation was also located at least five feet away from the building, creating a " noncombustible zone" around the home.
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The Disaster Philanthropy Playbook is a compilation of philanthropic strategies, promising practices and lessons learned that help communities be better prepared when a disaster strikes their community. In particular, it is aimed at helping philanthropic organizations and individual donors be more strategic with their investments and recognize the importance of supporting long-term recovery for vulnerable populations.
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GlideFinder: a Google Cloud platform to monitor wildfires. "We founded GlideFinder with a long-term goal to help prevent major uncontrolled wildfire, and we firmly believe that applying knowledge and insights from a variety of data sources can have great impact in controlling and managing the effects of these natural disasters."
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This Recovery Resources Catalog has tools, resources and information about disaster recovery, grant proposals, and funding opportunities in one document. First, resources are classified as tools, guidance, background information, technical assistance, podcasts, videos, webinars, donations, subsidies and training. Second, a hyperlink is listed for the resource.
This guide describes a wide range of federal, private, and nonprofit funding, as well as program and technical assistance resources that may be available pre- and/or post disaster.
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First Steps after a wildfire - a checklist for fire survivors
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Red Flag warnings and current fires can trigger stress and trauma in fire-affected residents, their neighbors, and loved ones. We've gathered a variety of links and phone numbers that will connect you with general post-disaster coping and counseling help.
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“Without them it couldn’t happen,” said John Allen, chief operations officer and vice president of APM Homes of Santa Rosa. He compares the outsized role Latino construction workers play in the rebuild to the critical part they play in the state’s agricultural industry. “In this case, the crop that we’re harvesting is hope, resiliency and love. It’s a labor of love,' he said."
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"Some, like ice cream entrepreneur Griselda Benítez, would lose their businesses to the wildfires, consumed directly by the flames or the economic dislocation that followed. Others, like the owners of Lupe’s Diner in Windsor and the Tipsy Taco & Cantina in Santa Rosa, found themselves fighting to keep their businesses running while also figuring out how to rebuild a home."
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Information about how to get involved with the Block Captains Program in Sonoma County. In their roles as block captains, individuals meet weekly to share rebuilding questions, resources, and needs specific to their community. At these meetings, they learn from builders, surveyors, soils engineers, utilities and other community stakeholders. Block captains report out updates and information to their community.
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Learn more about the voluntary Block Captain system & how to get involved with a variety of neighborhood groups.
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“The fire challenged this community to its core and we came out with a renewed sense of unity and purpose. Instead of running away and fending for themselves, everyone stayed and fought for what we always knew we had—together.”
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Medical Baseline is a financial assistance program for residential customers that have special energy needs due to certain qualifying medical conditions. Follow the "Read More" link below to find out if you're eligible for the program.
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A compilation of resources from Pepperwood Preserve's Living with Fire in California’s Coast Ranges Symposium. The symposium brought together more than 400 participants, including members of the general public, scientific community, private sector, natural resource and fire safety agencies, and non-profit organizations.
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From the incredible Debbie Mason: "My work seems never ending to help people heal. Yet, this quote by Robert Ingersoll, 'We rise by lifting others' keeps me going even when I am weary from overwork, because the needs of others are so great."
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"I remember the constant burning feeling in my throat and dull headache that came equally from inhaling ash and exhaustion ... I also remember feeling inspired and proud of my staff, my community partners, leaders and individuals who stepped up and did whatever was needed to keep each other safe."
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"So how have I really changed over the past 12 months? I am repurchasing less, but better. I no longer like clutter. I unabashedly hug people. I give people the benefit of the doubt who cut me off on the 101 or in line. I try to smile a lot more."
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Napa County Supervisor Diane Dillon on what she learned from the October Fires and how Napa is moving forward.
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"Like many of her neighbors, Woods, the teacher, barely knew anyone in Coffey Park until her house burned down. But now, the blueprints for her new home have a new addition: a front porch. “If I’m not entertaining people in my backyard,” Woods says of her plans, “I’ll be sitting on my porch talking to our neighbors.”
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Get involved! Click here to explore a variety of volunteering opportunities in the North Bay region.
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Explore these links to find the Community Foundation in your area.
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Click here to find a complete list of animal shelters located in Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino, and Napa Counties.
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Be prepared when disaster strikes! Visit this page to find a variety of County-specific Emergency Alert Services.
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A variety of State and Federal Resources for Agricultural-based businesses recovering from a disaster.
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Mendocino County Police Services: Links + Contact Info
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Lake County Police Services: Links + Contact Info
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Sonoma County Police Services: Links + Contact Info
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Napa County Police Services: Links + Contact Information
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Links + Contact Info for ALL Sonoma County Fire Depts
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Links + Contact Info for ALL Napa County Fire Depts
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Links + Contact Info for ALL Mendocino County Fire Depts
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Links + Contact Info for ALL Lake County Fire Depts
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When disaster strikes, information and resources from public agencies is critical. Visit these official pages to find out how to get help, what to expect, and get updates.
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Links to our Federal leadership & additional Federal resources.
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A variety of links & additional information about our State of California leadership.
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Links to local government leadership & agencies for Residents of Lake, Napa, Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties.
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To work jointly with public and private agencies and organizations in the North Valley to promote the safety and well-being of all domestic animals and farm animals, including wildlife, affected by a disaster with emergency temporary sheltering, evacuation, medical care, identification for reuniting animals with their owners or adopting into good, suitable permanent homes.
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IFAW leads, funds and provides assistance to animal rescue groups to assess disaster situations, formulate plans, and take action. We provide food, equipment, medical supplies, and emergency expertise to help rescue, provide care, and when safe to do so, reunify pets with their families and/or return wildlife to the wild.
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We always need to be prepared to take care of our animals, especially during disasters such as fire, flood, or other emergencies. This page will detail what you can do to ensure your pets safety.
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There are unique considerations for horses and other livestock during a disaster. Preparing ahead of time and acting quickly are the best ways to keep you and your animals—pets and livestock—out of danger.
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Want to do something that saves lives, feels good and helps your community? Then Volunteer to help animals when disasters strike in California!
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Article detailing the Best Practices for helping your pet prepare and survive a disaster.
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Spanish document detailing who is elibigle for disaster assistance according to their citizenship status
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Find any and all Lake County Government resources and Weblinks.
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The RedRover Relief Urgent Care grants provide funding, advice and other resources to thousands of applicants each year. In addition to the services that RedRover provides directly, we have also compiled a comprehensive directory of organizations in the United States and Canada that can provide Financial assistance with veterinary care.
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Self-taught course from FEMA EMI. This course is intended to help animal owners, care providers, and industries to understand incident management.
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Self-taught course from FEMA EMI. This course provides information for groups to meet and develop meaningful and effective plans that improve the care of animals, their owners, and the animal-care industries in disasters.
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Provides weather information and warnings for the United States.
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Provides information about CDFA programs, the Animal Health and Food Safety Services, disaster Preparedness materials for animal owners, and includes a directory of the County Agricultural Commissioners. This guide and appendices can also be downloaded from this site.
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Find any and all Sonoma County Government resources and Weblinks.
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Contains information related to wildlife conservation in the context of a changing environment and what you can do to help the wildlife on your property thrive.
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Homepage for Rancho Adobe Fire Protection
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Find any and all Napa County Government resources and Weblinks.
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Our mission is to serve the global community by conducting research, developing training, and providing outreach programs that will enhance the health and security of people, animals, and the environment.
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Interactive Data from Sonoma County with various types of emergency shelters that could/will be activated in the event of a disaster
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Find any and all Mendocino County Government resources and Weblinks.
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The nation’s rural emergency responders face unique challenges when compared to their urban counterparts. In recognizing the need for consistent, quality training which addresses those challenges, the Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium was established to develop and deliver relevant all-hazards training in support of rural homeland security requirements
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List of services and Weblinks for everything related to the Petaluma Fire Department
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Homepage for Sonoma Valley Fire Department
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Fire Services from the Rhonert Park Public Safety Department
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Resource and recovery suggestions from the City of Sonoma
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Interactive Data detailing the status of structures within a fire affected zone
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Homepage for Kenwood Fire Protection
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Santa Rosa Police Department Homepage
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Cloverdale Fire Department homepage
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Homepage for Carneros Fire Department
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Details on how highschoolers can learn the firefighting trade and gain valuable experience through Volunteering and after school programs.
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Homepage for Healdsburg Fire Department
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Ways you can Get Involved with the local Volunteer fire department in Santa Rosa
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Fire Prevention methods detailed by the Healdsburg Fire Department. Informs citizens about how to best assist firefighters when they are responding to a scene
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The Sonoma County Department of Emergency Services Fire Prevention Division is primarily responsible for programs, procedures, and projects for preventing the outbreak of fires and regulate the storage, handling and processing of Hazardous Materials through the CUPA program within the unincorporated areas of the county.
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Healdsburg Police Department Homepage
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Sebastopol Fire Department Homepage
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Clearlake Police Department Homepage
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We mobilize resources, inspire giving, build knowledge and provide leadership on vital community issues to improve the quality of life for all in Napa County. We are a public charity; a grantmaking foundation; a philanthropic advisor; and a staging ground for people, resources and ideas. Every day, we Weblink donors to projects that do good in our community.
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Specializing in start-up and early-stage financing, Working Solutions creates economic opportunity and builds Financial self-sufficiency through entrepreneurship and promotes microenterprise growth to strengthen the local economy, create jobs and build resilient communities.
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List of contacts for anyone looking for mental health support in Lake County
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Offers fire recovery services related to mental health, Housing programs and senior care
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Community NGO out of Napa assisting with mental health resources for wildfire survivors
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NGO offering mental health and emotional support groups and services to those affected by recent Wildfires
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Our center is a non-profit Mental Health consumer-operated self-help center offering assistance to Sonoma County residents for their mental health needs.
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Chrysalis Community Counseling Services, a nonprofit agency, has provided high-quality affordable counseling. Chrysalis is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive place where all voices are heard, encouraged and respected.
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Information about programs run by Forget Me Not Farm for fire survivors
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Online directory for everything senior service related. Includes a plethora of resources for everything related to Housing, Insurance, mental and physical care, & complete listings for both Lake and Mendocino Counties
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We provide the local Sonoma County community with information about the services and expertise of Marriage and Family Therapists and offer professional networking, Educational activities and events for the membership. Additonally they offer free therapy and counseling services for fire victims
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Mental health resources from lake county recovers
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When we experience a disaster, people react with increased anxiety, worry and anger. With community and family support, most of us bounce back. Some of us, however, may need extra assistance to cope with unfolding events and uncertainties. If you or someone in your care needs additional assistance recovering emotionally from the fires, please access the following free services:
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Resources for students who have been affected either physcally or emotionally from the CAL Wildfires
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Find out about the different programs and services offered through DHCS for individuals and stakeholders. Find out how a physician can enroll you in Medi-Cal, how to receive free health screenings, and family planning services. Get help for children in foster care, children with special medical conditions and seniors needing personal care.
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We endeavor to serve everyone who comes to us with a Housing crisis – and to do so quickly, expertly, compassionately and without judgement. COTS provides Housing crisis services to the homeless and disenfranchised.
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Healthy Mendocino works to improve quality of life throughout Mendocino County by encouraging informed dialogue about the actions local residents and organizations can take to improve community health. On the site, you will find information on a broad range of factors that affect health and well-being—everything from air quality to student achievement to poverty.
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Sustainable Sonoma unites Sonoma Valley’s efforts to improve our community under one set of shared goals. This common agenda--across nonprofits, Government, and business--will align and suport local activities that collectively build a thriving, just, and sustainable community
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Aldea Children & Family Services improves people’s mental health so they can strengthen their relationships and become engaged in the community through critical mental health, treatment foster care and adoption, and support services.
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Representing more than 400 Sierra Club members living in Lake County, California, Lake Group is the smallest of the six Groups in Redwood Chapter. We work to preserve our wild heritage, to protect and restore Clear Lake and its watershed, and to promote smart growth, sustainable practices, and environmentally friendly development.
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The RCD works with communities to voluntarily conserve, protect, and restore natural resources in a landscape that supports Agriculture, urban areas, and wild lands. We provide technical assistance, Educational programs, monitoring and assessment services, and grant funding to help land managers meet their conservation goals.
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Napa Sierra Club supports slow growth within local cities and works for the protection of wildlife habitats, agricultural lands, and watersheds while accommodating affordable Housing and transportation for the local work force. We participate in many regular community events such as Earth Day and county-wide trail maintenance.
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Sonoma County Conservation Action (SCCA) is the nonpartisan, political arm of Sonoma County’s environmental movement. Identifying environmentally concerned county residents, distributing information and election endorsements, generating membership and mobilizing residents to write to decision-makers and to Volunteer for electoral campaigns.
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The Sonoma Group is part of the Redwood Chapter, and is made up of Sierra Club members who live in Sonoma County. The Sierra Club is a grassroots, Volunteer-led organization. We invite you to find out more about our local activities and how you can be involved.
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The RCD works with communities to voluntarily conserve, protect, and restore natural resources in a landscape that supports Agriculture, urban areas, and wild lands. We provide technical assistance, Educational programs, monitoring and assessment services, and grant funding to help land managers meet their conservation goals.
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Daily Acts is a sustainability non-profit that inspires action to create more nourishing, connected, and resilient communities. Our Education programs, action campaigns, and strategic alliances connect people to each other and to their own power to grow food, conserve resources and build local resilience.
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RCD is working closely with our partner, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), to provide the following services: Site visits and planning services for landowners and managers about concerns related to potential erosion, stream impediments, Connect agricultural landowners with potential funding resources, coordinate a growing interest in re-oaking Napa County, and provide facts sheets and resources.
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LandPaths creates ways for people to experience the beauty, understand the value, and assist in healing the land in their local communities. Incldues several opportunities to Get Involved through varying conservation based Volunteer work.
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The RCD empowers the community to voluntarily conserve, protect, and restore natural resources in a landscape that supports Agriculture, urban areas, and wild lands. We provide technical assistance, Educational programs, monitoring programs, and funding sources to help land managers meet their conservation goals
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Thrive! Lake County is supporting a community of innovators in green building, sustainable Agriculture, renewable Energy, supporting independent businesses in town centers, and mentoring a new breed of entrepreneurs that have designed their business with a sustainable vision.
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The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District permanently protects the diverse agricultural, natural resource, and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations.
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At Sustainable Napa County, we understand that conversations about climate and Energy can be complex and even polarizing. We know that our economy and our environment are interdependent, and that taking local action to keep them both healthy is an opportunity, not a burden. We work with partners locally and around the state to find resources, tools, and information that inspire people to take action in whatever way that makes the most sense for them.
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The Solar Living Institute (SLI) is a non-profit institution with a national reputation for solar training and sustainable living Education. The mission of the SLI is to promote sustainable living through inspirational environmental Education.
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Pepperwood’s Dwight Center for Conservation Science produces cutting-edge research, provides comprehensive environmental Education for all ages, and facilitates an innovative citizen science initiative. Our singular focus is applying science to safeguard the future of nature for generations to come.
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Details on how to apply to be a Volunteer for the Cloverdale Fire Department
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In the wake of the 2017 Wine County wildfires, Pepperwood’s work has become more important than ever to help frame long-term, science-based solutions that make our communities more resilient in the face of future extreme events. As an organization dedicated to leveraging your philanthropy to advance conservation.
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Volunteer opportunities for Mendocino County residents
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Details on becoming a Volunteer firefighter for the Geyserville Fire Department
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Helping private landowners in Sonoma County sustain healthy forests, oak woodlands and watersheds.
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Volunteer sign up page for Sonoma County Habitat for Humanity
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Employment and Volunteer firefighter information for the Angwin Police Department.
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The California Fire Science Consortium (as part of the Joint Fire Science Program’s Fire Science Exchange network) is a network of scientists and managers that strives to accelerate the awareness, understanding, and adoption of wildland fire science information by federal, Tribal, state, local, and private stakeholders within ecologically similar regions. Our mission is to be an inclusive, neutral, customer-driven collaborative group that facilitates the flow of fire science information and dialogue.
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Volunteer opportunities for Lake County residents
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This publication discusses issues that forest landowners should consider following a wildfire in their forest, including how to assess fire impacts, protect valuable property from damage due to erosion, where to go for help and Financial assistance, how to salvage dead trees or replant on your land, and how to claim a casualty loss on your tax return
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Volunteer opportunities for redwood empire food bank.
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Sonoma Ecology Center works to address challenges related to water supply and quality, open space, rural character, biodiversity, Energy, climate change, and a better quality of life for all residents.
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Participating in NeWTs can help you achieve your goals. We are stronger when we work together! NeWTs supports residents in learning and doing: by providing you with tools you need to connect with your neighbors, try a new project, and make a difference.
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Volunteers for Outdoor California, V-O-Cal, provides a Volunteer workforce for large-scale trail maintenance and construction projects, habitat restoration, and related land stewardship activities on public lands in partnership with public agencies and other nonprofit organizations.
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The Emergency Watershed Protection Program, EWP, was created by Congress to respond to emergencies caused by natural disasters. The program is designed to help people reduce imminent hazards to life and property caused by floods, fire, drought, earthquakes, windstorms and other natural disasters.
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Volunteer to be a child support advocate and help a child through their family issues today!
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CEP has led the movement to improve philanthropy through a combination of analysis and a commitment to improving lives. Many NGO members have come to rely on our research for insights into philanthropic effectiveness on a wide range of topics, from assessing performance to developing strategy and building strong relationships.
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North Coast Opportunities, Inc. (NCO) is the Community Action Agency that serves Lake and Mendocino Counties with the mission of assisting low-income and disadvantaged people to become self-reliant. NCO provides a safety net of emergency assistance, employment, and training services for low-income individuals and families.
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Northern California Grantmakers is an association of great people doing great work. We bring together foundations, nonprofit organizations, Government, and business to tackle our region’s most pressing social issues. We pool resources, share information, and learn from each other, making our collective impact far greater than if we were going it alone.
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Fair Housing Napa Valley’s primary programs include fair Housing enforcement and investigation, landlord/tenant counseling and Mediation, Education and outreach, disaster- related Housing counseling, and related assistance to mobile home parks.
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Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers specifically make efforts to: to promote awareness in the marketplace of the superior quality of Sonoma Valley grapes and wines, raise community awareness and to protect the central importance of the grape and wine industry to the local economy and to the quality of life in Sonoma Valley, and assure a healthy social and political environment conducive to grape growing and winemaking
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Local Mendocino County 2-1-1 Organization to assist with various fire and community recovery meeting.
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Through our marketing programs, industry Advocacy and comprehensive member resources, we work to be the voice of the Napa Valley wine industry for consumers, members of the wine trade and Media outlets around the globe, and we strive to be the essential trade organization for any vintner producing Napa Valley wine in the Napa Valley.
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Jameson Animal Rescue Ranch is a no-kill rescue and sanctuary in the Napa Valley for companion and farmed animals in need. The nonprofit provides transitional and permanent shelter, adoption and rescue services, humane Education, animal Advocacy, and is committed to ending animal hunger, cruelty, and overpopulation.
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We will work toward solutions of problems that are unique to farmers and ranchers and the rural community through being pro-active and implementing organized action to benefit those engaged in the various branches of Agriculture and improvement of conditions surrounding rural life and for the cultivation of such sentiments and ideals that promote neighborliness, citizenship and community.
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Napa Community Animal Response Team ("Napa CART") is a Volunteer-led, nonprofit organization that works in cooperation with Local, State and Federal agencies to ensure the best possible outcome for animals in Napa County and other areas who need assistance during an emergency, accident or disaster.
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A list of Redwood Empire’s partner agencies that may also offer resources for struggling fire survivors.
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The Rural Chicks are a group of women working in, or supporting, local Agriculture in and around Sonoma County. The organization, as such, is simply a space to find one another, support one another, patronize each other’s businesses and learn about all things AG -related
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Landing page for the Solano-Napa Habitat for Humanity group
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Volunteer Center of Sonoma County has been matching prospective Volunteers with local nonprofits to help them help others. We inspire thousands of people from all walks of life to share their skills and talents with worthwhile causes and organizations that help our community thrive.
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La Luz offers multiple services for Spanish speakers including health & wellness, Financial security, and Educational opportunities.
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Protect private property rights, promote the value of realtors, provide members tools for success through Advocacy and policy work.
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We advance nonprofits and Volunteerism by strengthening leadership, encouraging innovation and empowering individuals in our community. Offers various opportunities in several counties for Volunteerism.
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Fire Safe Sonoma’s mission is to promote fire safety and protect natural and manmade resources in Sonoma County through Education, information exchange, resource sharing and community cooperation. Includes a fantastic homeowners guide off of their main page.
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Sonoma County Humane Society's Volunteer page
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Mendo Shelter Pets Rescue (MSPR), is your community animal rescue. We are a foster-based 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit animal organization focusing on helping pets within Mendocino County, California and surrounding areas.
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If you or your family need assistance because of the fires, and/or resource and referral to other relief services, like mental health counseling, Housing and Legal assistance and more, please read the below information.
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The Sonoma County Vintners Foundation provides support to our local community through philanthropic giving. Our fundraising efforts have a direct impact in the areas of literacy, Education, health and human services, the environment and arts and culture. Through community grants and Fund the Future initiatives, we have the ability to impact all needs, ranging from the imMediate to the long term.
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The HALTER Project provides first responders and their communities with information and resources for animal emergencies. In any situation: road accident, fire, flood, earthquake, landslide, or pasture, the best outcome for animals and humans is achieved through teamwork between trained first responders, veterinarians, and animal owners working safely together.
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Contact info for all relevant parties post-fire including but not limited to debris removal, 211, FEMA, and various other organizations.
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Offers various resources for wineries to help them recover from wildfire damage.
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Equine services and rescue. Volunteering available, non-profit specfically deisgned to help horses and horse owners in Sonoma County
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Mendocino-ROC (“Rebuilding Our Community”) is a collaborative long-term fire recovery committee lead by the County of Mendocino, the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, and North Coast Opportunities (NCO) along with faith-based leaders and community partners.
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Food Banks throughout California provide United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) commodities for distribution to eligible individuals and households within their service area. Find your closest food bank below!
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Offering various rescue, foster, and vet resources for residents of lake county
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ROC Sonoma County grew out of the catalytic efforts of several local emergency agencies and based upon experience, understood the resources needed to promote long-term recovery within a community. The purpose of ROC Sonoma County is to establish and maintain a network within and on behalf of faith-based, non-profit, Governmental, business and other organizations and agencies, which will provide a coordinated fire recovery effort.
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Through strong community partnerships, we have built youth-led initiatives that explore approaches to closing the achievement gap, promote wellness and inclusion, reduce social and economic barriers, support youth in their transition into adult independence, increase family self-sufficiency, and develop emerging leadership in the public sector.
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WCAL is a small, all-Volunteer run animal rescue based out of Napa Valley, CA. We are comprised of local animal lovers wanting to make a difference in the lives of animals. We’ve been serving animals and families in Napa, Lake and Sonoma Counties since 2012, and we work hard to be able to say ’yes’ to calls for help from these counties.
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SoCo Recovery details various Community Organizations available for fire survivors to help them rebuild their homes
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The devastating fires in the North Bay made for the deadliest and most costly natural disaster in Northern California since the 1906 earthquake. The Tipping Point Emergency Relief Fund supports low-income, vulnerable communities impacted by the crisis. 100% of what you give will go where it is needed most.
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Resources and information for students that have been affected by the California wildfires.
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Animal Control and Care resources for Lake County residents
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The Sebastopol CERT program provides direct training with FEMA based curriculum and specific documentation to support Preparedness training focused on our Sebastopol experience. Please take the time to review the site and consider participating with us to help Sebastopol to be more resilient.
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Lake Evacuation & Animal Protection (LEAP) is our county’s animal disaster response group. It is made up of two different groups of people: the Animal Care & Control staff, as well as a group of highly trained Volunteers.
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The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program educates Volunteers about disaster Preparedness for the hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills. CERT offers a consistent, nationwide approach to Volunteer training and organization that professional responders can rely on during disaster situations.
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Mark West Citizens Advisory Council; MWCAC is established to advise the Board of Supervisors and other County decision makers on local planning and management decisions relating to the Mark West Area and provide a regular forum for citizen participation in the formation of advisory recommendations on those decisions while providing a bridge for communication between the County, local residents and businesses, and the general public on local Government decisions affecting the Mark West Area.
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The County of Sonoma is hosting a series of Fire Recovery Community Meetings that will gather public input and shape the Recovery and Resiliency Plan that will provide a framework for our County’s future.
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Master Gardeners are trained and certified University of California (UC) Volunteers whose mission is to provide unbiased, high quality, science-based information to non-commercial home gardeners in Sonoma County. Master Gardeners are given an extensive training program in plant science covering such topics as soil and plant nutrition, irrigation, weed-insect-disease control, vegetables, fruit trees and berries, landscape trees-shrubs-lawns-flowers, home composting, and pesticide use alternatives.
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Local, State, and Federal Agencies have partnered to assist those affected by the Sonoma County fires. Our community partners have also generously offered services and supplies to those in need. This page offers a comprehensive listing of where to get started if you have been affected by the fires.
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One stop shop for Lake County residents to get the most update-to-date information pertaining to their situation. Great news and resource section
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Interactive Datas detailing Rebuilding information and construction information.
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We are the hub of philanthropy for the county, connecting people, ideas and resources to benefit all who live here. We work with philanthropists to create plans that will make an impact in our community and become part of their family’s legacy.
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This health & wellness guide was created as part of a county-wide initiative called Partnerships to Improve Community Health. We are a collaboration between Community Organizations including North Coast Opportunities, the Lake Family Resource Center, and the Hope Rising Initiative.
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The Community Foundation of Mendocino County is a county-wide nonprofit organization that administers permanent charitable funds established through gifts and bequests from individuals, families, businesses, and other organizations.
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UndocuFund for Fire Relief in Sonoma County provides direct assistance to undocumented victims of the Northern California fires. The Fund’s mission is to support undocumented children, families, and communities affected by the fires in Sonoma County to recover and rebuild. One hundred percent of all donations will go to victim support.
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Information and resources for Lake County residents for survival planning in the event of a wildfire and the Best Practices to ensure firefighters can help save your home.
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Navigate your Insurance claim toward a full, fair and prompt settlement. We also offer guidance on debris removal, temporary living arrangements, Government aid, construction issues, hiring professional help, and deciding how and if you will repair, rebuild or buy a replacement home.
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Debunking myths about anything disaster-related from Insurance to finances to "go-bags," Sonoma County’s FES has you covered.
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Everyone deserves a good life: a quality Education that leads to a stable job, income that can support a family through retirement, and good health. To create lasting change, United Way focuses on solving the underlying causes of common problems related to Education, income and health. We are committed to achieving lasting solutions - not just quick fixes - for our entire community.
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List of resources in english and Spanish for medical, food, and other services within Napa County
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Allows users to see the current disaster delcared regions and whether they are eligable for FEMA assistance.
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University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources resource page for fire and disaster related emergencies and problems.
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The Time Bank of Thrive Lake County enables Lake County residents, businesses and non-profit organizations to build community and get access to necessary services through the cooperative currency of time dollars.
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Lake Family Resource Center supports Lake County to achieve safe, sustainable, and healthy families and communities.
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Legal Aid assists with a range of crisis Legal needs, including family violence issues, child abuse and neglect issues, and low-income Housing issues. All Legal Aid services are offered in English and Spanish.
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Building Partnerships with Tribal Governments is essential in emergency management planning, response and recovery. Effective relationships with tribes are a necessary step in working together to build more resilient and better prepared communities.
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BayLegal’s mission is to provide meaningful access to the civil justice system through quality Legal assistance regardless of a client’s location, language or disability.
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A variety of grant opportunities from CalFire.
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Lake County Alerts: Sign Up. Stay informed on emergency events in your area.
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Fire prevention tips from Rancho Adobe Fire Department
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Napa County Alerts: Sign Up Stay informed on emergency events in your area.
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Sonoma County Alerts: Sign Up. Stay informed on emergency events in your area.
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Mendocino County Emergency Alerts: Sign Up. Stay informed on emergency events in your area.
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SoCo Report It. See a service request in Sonoma County and want to see it fixed? Report it here!
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2-1-1 Sonoma connects Sonoma County residents to non-emergency health and human services resources.
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Information and resources for Mendocino County residents for survival planning in the event of a wildfire and the Best Practices to ensure firefighters can help save your home.
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The City of Sonoma Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) addresses the planned response to extraordinary emergency situations associated with large-scale disasters affecting the City of Sonoma. This plan is not intended to address the normal, day-to-day emergency or well-established emergency procedures.
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The Glen Ellen Forum is working on building a stronger community for the benefit of us all, working together from a positive frame of mind on common goals, valuing all our experiences, with a shared sense of civic discourse and respect of participants.
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Recommended list of items for an Emergency Kit in case of a wildfire from Santa Rosa’s COPE organization.
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Cloverdale Fire Department’s list of Best Practices for fire safety in and around your home.
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The Glen Ellen Ready plan was created by the Glen Ellen Forum Traffic and Safety Committee and other members of the Glen Ellen community for promoting and practicing existing emergency Preparedness organization, information and training. The goal is to bring us together, share information, help ourselves and each other so we as a community and as individuals can improve our safety for future disasters.
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Fire prevention tips from the Geyserville Fire Department
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Volunteer opportunities for Sebastopol citizens to Get Involved in disaster relief.
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The Civilian’s Public Safety Academy provides community members with an inside look at local law enforcement and fire protection. During Academy training, students will be introduced to 24 subject areas, including the department’s theory and philosophy, law, use of force, officer safety, investigations, traffic, narcotics, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, fire prevention and fire suppression.
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Registration and information for citizens who want to Volunteer their healthcare knowledge in the event of a disaster.
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Evacuation guidelines for before, during, and after an evacuation as determined by the Department of Homeland Security
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Various interactive Datas for tracking Emergency Services
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CFSC is a leader in encouraging grassroots movements which make communities more Fire Safe, Firewise and Fire Adapted. CFSC, a statewide non-profit organization, receives federal grants from agencies like the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and National Park Service.
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Native American resource guide specifically for healthcare. Has several Weblinks to several programs and partner organizations dedicated to serving Tribal Nations
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Press Releases by California OES department, contains updates on state benefits related to disaster assistance
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Citizens Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE), was started by residents of the Santa Rose Community of Oakmont, in cooperation with the Santa Rosa Fire Department and the American Red Cross
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Mental health services aggregated website for Lake County
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The City of Santa Rosa Auxiliary Emergency Communications Service (SR AECS) is a program created by Government to supplement its emergency communications with professional, unpaid Volunteer staff.
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Citizens Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE), was started by residents of the Santa Rose Community of Oakmont, in cooperation with the Santa Rosa Fire Department and the American Red Cross as a Volunteer force to help assist their communities in times of disaster.
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Mental health services aggregated website for Napa County
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The mission of COPE is to help residents, families, and neighborhoods become and remain better prepared to respond to and recover from emergency situations. This includes developing individual response plans, maintaining individual emergency supply kits, and outreaching to neighborhoods in the community.
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The objectives of the VIP Program were to involve and utilize citizens and public service groups in non-salaried positions to reduce man-caused fires within seven targeted areas: Lake-Napa, Shasta, Nevada,-Yuba-Placer, Amador-El Dorado, Santa Clara, Riverside and San Diego.
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General emergency information. Includes all important information and location in the event of fire emergencies
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Sonoma County’s searchable resource page for seniors including in home care assistance, transporation, food, and many others seniors services.
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Q&A for specific Insurance related questions-including waiving inventory requirements and participating companies.
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Coloring book for kids
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"Looking Ahead in Hidden Hills" Talks about community togetherness, hope for the future, and examples of neighbors helping one another
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Non-profit organization offering low cost Legal services for Tribal nations.
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Natural Resources Recovery Guide, created by Sonoma County Resource Conversation District to assist landowners in restoring their natural wonders
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This report represents a compilation of prioritized recommendations focused on the long-term resiliency of Sonoma County watersheds - including our natural and working lands. A wide variety of experts provided recommendations, and the report includes the highest agreed upon priorities, but does not represent any one organization, nor does it reflect consensus among the participating organizations
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Bulleted list of stress-relieving steps for families/individuals after a crisis/disaster
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Podcast detailing tips on what to do after a disaster
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PDF overview of various mental health programs and services.
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Questions & Answers
Q&A from the Department of Justice about unfair price gouging in California.
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Creative Sonoma provides programs/services to help/support creative community in Sonoma County. They offer trainings and workshops, networking opportunities, Financial Resources, communication and marketing activities, and innovative collaborations.
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Use the following checklist to help determine what parts of a home and the surrounding property may be most vulnerable during a wildfire. Reduce those risks with the guidance provided in the following pages.
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Recovery Fund for those who have experienced physical loss or damage due to the fires. Funds are available for imMediate and short-term basic human and art related needs including shelter, medications, art supplies, instruments, rent, mortgage, or utilities, office and creative supplies and equipment, repair and/or mitigation, and relocation costs, and more.
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10 Ways to help prevent a wildfire from destroying your home
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Recovery Fund created by Creative Sonoma for art community; for those who have experienced economic loss due to the fires. Funds are available to individuals who are residents of Sonoma County, or organizations/businesses located in Sonoma County, to mitigate these losses.
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Checklist to help homeowners with some last minute efforts they can accomplish to save their home
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Rotary District 5130 has set up a relief fund that includes business grants of up to $5,000 to help re-establish business operations. Assistance is targeted to help agricultural, store front, and home businesses get back into operation.
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This guide was created specifically for Californians and considers appropriate building styles and construction materials, common topographical features, and other factors. This guide will provide information that will help your home or business and your community prepare for and survive a wildfire.
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Santa Rosa Fire Department Homepage
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The NGP is a competitive grants program of the United Way of the Wine Country in partnership with Sonoma Clean Power. Together, we are committed to providing Financial support to resident- and community-led groups for projects in their neighborhood or community that help its residents rebuild and recover from the October 2017 wildfires and/or build the resiliency necessary to address future disasters.
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Geyserville fire homepage
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Geyserville Fire Department Homepage
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Details on how highschool students can learn the fire fighting trade and gain valuable experience
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Cloverdale Fire Department homepage
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Homepage for the Rhonert Park Department of Public Safety
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Santa Rosa Police Department Homepage
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Article detailing several food bank contacts throughout Sonoma County.
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This guideline is necessary to provide fire control points and to create or maintain a defensible space around buildings and property lines.
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Privately aggregated list of resources to help with Insurance issues and Best Practices when dealing with your Insurance company after a wildfire.
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Information regarding commonly asked Insurance questions and problems with explanations and solutions
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Instructions by PG&E for turning your electricity on and off during emergency situations
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Instructions and Best Practices for turning your gas on and off during emergencies or suspected leaks
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Aggregated resource page for current building codes at the city, county, and state level.
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Helpful Weblinks for all info regarding Permitting and Rebuilding efforts by the City of Santa Rosa
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Weblinks and various resources for Spanish speaking wildfire survivors
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Thrive! Lake County is supporting a community of innovators in green building, sustainable Agriculture, renewable Energy, supporting independent businesses in town centers, and mentoring a new breed of entrepreneurs that have designed their business with a sustainable vision.
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LandPaths creates ways for people to experience the beauty, understand the value, and assist in healing the land in their local communities. Incldues several opportunities to Get Involved through varying conservation based Volunteer work.
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Participating in NeWTs can help you achieve your goals. We are stronger when we work together! NeWTs supports residents in learning and doing: by providing you with tools you need to connect with your neighbors, try a new project, and make a difference.
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This publication discusses issues that forest landowners should consider following a wildfire in their forest, including how to assess fire impacts, protect valuable property from damage due to erosion, where to go for help and Financial assistance, how to salvage dead trees or replant on your land, and how to claim a casualty loss on your tax return
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