Community Calendar
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) would like to remind the public of the “Are You Ok?” program which is available to all senior citizens and disabled persons living anywhere in Yuma County. The “Are You Ok?” program is a FREE telephone reassurance service provided by the YCSO that ensures daily contact with subscribers that live alone and may not have a family member living locally that can check on them daily. If you or someone you know would benefit from daily contact, please contact the YCSO Volunteer Coordinator at (928) 819-2212 or visit https://www.yumacountysheriff.org/services-ruok.html for more information.
With dangerously hot temperatures underway, the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) would like to remind all that no matter your age or how long you’ve lived in Yuma, none of us are immune to heat exhaustion. Prolonged exposure to heat can lead to heat stroke which can be life threatening.
Pets, children, and elderly people are those at greatest risk of deadly heat exposure going unnoticed. We encourage our community to stay hydrated, do not leave your vehicles unattended with children and pets, and check on your elderly neighbors.
To prevent heat-associated illness, follow these safety tips:
-Drink water before you get thirsty to prevent dehydration
-Don’t rely on fans as your primary source of cooling once the temperature gets higher than 90 degrees
-Come indoors frequently to an air-conditioned location to cool your core body temperature
-Wear lightweight clothes
-Seek medical care immediately if you have, or someone you know has, symptoms of heat-associated
illness like muscle cramps, headaches, vomiting, confusion, no longer sweating, and rapid heart rate
If you find yourself in need of water or a cool resting area, please visit or download the Yuma County Water and Cooling Site Map here.
The Yuma Main Library at 2951 S. 21st Drive
has activities for the entire family all month! Check out their monthly calendar!
You can also check out their website for details on all Yuma County Library District location activities
yumalibrary.org
Nonprofit Vitalant is urging all eligible blood donors to make an appointment to give now for the coming days and weeks to boost the blood supply for patients in need. Vitalant announced an emergency shortage of type O blood in last week. The need remains especially critical for type O, which is the most transfused blood type. O-negative can be used to help any patient and O-positive can help any patient with A-positive, B-positive, AB-positive or O-positive blood. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O, are urged to make an appointment at vitalant.org, download and use the Vitalant app or call 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).
Wed, Aug 7, 10am-2pm, Arizona Game and Fish Yuma, 9140 E 28th St, Bloodmobile
Thu, Aug 8, 8am-12pm, Exceptional Community Hospital - Yuma, 2648 S Araby Rd, Bloodmobile
Fri, Aug 9, 9am-1pm, Bobby's Territorial Harley-Davidson, 2550 Gila Ridge Rd, Bloodmobile
Mon, Aug 19, 10am-2pm, Moose Lodge 1627, 13441 S Frontage Rd, Dining Rm
Tue, Aug 20, 2pm-6pm, Yuma Regional Medical Center, 2400 S Ave A, YRMC - Admin Bldg - Day 1
Wed, Aug 21, 9am-1pm, Yuma Regional Medical Center, 2400 S Ave A, YRMC- Admin Bldg- Day 2
Thu, Aug 22, 1pm-5pm, River Valley Estates, 7053 E 31st Pl, Private Dining Rm
to 12:00 PM
1up CPR is offering a FREE life-changing event
Saturday, July 27th, at 9:00 AM!
At Grace Bible Fellowship Church
300 S 4th Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364
They are excited to offer a FREE community class where you’ll learn “How to give an extra life” with essential CPR, AED, and First Aid training for adults, infants, and children.
Hands-on training from experienced professionals, learn life-saving skills, be prepared for emergencies, and opportunity for certification. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!
Register Now at www.1upcpr.com
to 3:00 PM
The Rock Church Yuma will be hosting a blood drive
Saturday July 27th
10am-3pm
2555 E Gila Ridge Rd, Yuma, AZ 85365
Your blood donation is more important than ever! Join them on Saturday, July 27th to ensure we have blood available for patients in dire need. Appointments take priority, Don’t delay, make your appointment today!
To schedule your appointment please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or click below:
to 10:00 PM
SAVE THE DATE!!!!
Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 5:30 - 10:00 pm
Plan to come to celebrate Liberty and have a great time!!!
Please let The Freedom Library know of your desired sponsorship level, and/or a donation of a live or silent auction item.
For more information view the Gala Flier here.
