Taneka Williams, Red Cross Representative, assists as volunteer Sherri Abbott donates blood at the Lower Richland Ruritan Blood Drive held at Caughman Road Park June 27. The American Red Cross responded to a single- family house fire in Richland County June 22- 28. Disaster assistance was provided for two individuals at a total cost of $810.96. The Red Cross meets the immediate, disaster- caused needs of clients by providing lodging, food, clothes, life- sustaining medication, infant supplies, and referrals to partner agencies. All disaster assistance is provided free of charge.

The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on donations of money, time, and blood to do its work. To make a donation to support the services of the Red Cross, go to www.centralscredcross. org or call 803-540- 1220 or mail to P.O. Box 91, Columbia, SC 29202.

About The American Red Cross

The American Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. An average of 90 cents of every dollar the Red Cross spends is invested in humanitarian services and programs. The American Red Cross of Central South Carolina responds to approximately one disaster every 17 hours.