The EDS team in Lake County, led by Capt. Bersabe Vera, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Northwest Indiana, has focused its efforts on the cities of Merrillville and Gary, which were hardest hit by Friday’s storms. The EDS canteen has been out o affected neighborhoods offering support and sustenance to residents and workers.
Additional assistance can be found at The Salvation Army Gary-Merrillville Corps Community Center, located at 4800 Harrison Street in Gary. We are scheduling households to come in for food and household goods from our pantry at that location and helping to get residents connected with other local assistance. Call 219.239.2426 for additional information
The Salvation Army Indiana Division’s tornado relief response continued through the weekend after at least 17 confirmed tornadoes swept through that state on the evening of March 31.
Emergency Disaster Services teams deployed to Sullivan, Johnson, and Lake counties have been focused on immediate needs, such as food, hydration, and emotional and spiritual care, but are coordinating with local government and other organizations in preparation for long-term casework to help families get back on their feet. Those looking to support these disaster responses can give online at HelpSalvationArmy.org.
In these early days of clean-up, providing care to utility workers in all three of these counties has been an important piece of The Salvation Army’s response.
For the latest updates, follow The Salvation Army Indiana Division’s EDS team on Facebook at facebook.com/EmergencyDisasterServicesIndiana.
One hundred percent of monetary donations given to The Salvation Army Emergency Disasters Services is used for direct response in affected communities. To learn more about the EDS ministry and responses in the U.S. and around the globe, visit disaster.salvationarmyusa.org.
Lake County Related Articles . . .
Griffith Generals Announce the 2023 Schedule!
New this year, the Griffith Generals baseball team is pitching from the Griffith H.S. Field at 901 W. Pine St., Griffith, Indiana. Opening Day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 30th, first pitch is at 7:10 PM. Part of the Northern League, they are batting against the Elkhart County Miracle, Indiana Panthers, Lake County Corndogs, Northwest…
IUN Theatre Presents “The Golden Hour”
The Golden Hour The Golden Hour is the story of Rene’, a Chicano teenager, coming to terms with her family, identity and independence. After years of the Vegas sisters slowly growing apart, it is time that both individuals come to a mutual understanding. The youngest sister, Rene Vegas, explores her identity as she battles drugs,…
East Chicago’s Rhythm & Soul Event to be a Juneteenth Celebration in 2023
Mayor Anthony Copeland kicks off the summer events with the Rhythm & Soul Fest “A Juneteenth Celebration” on Saturday, June 17th, 2023, at Washington Park 1615. 142nd St. East Chicago, IN featuring Kindred The Family Soul, Midnight Sun, Nu-Agenda and Dj Dark Nite from 3pm till 9pm. Free admission, parking near Block Stadium. Bring your…
Susie Young Baxter, CEO, has published PanoramaNOW Magazine for 31 years. Her hobbies are Camping, Boating, Hiking, Nature, Gardening and Outdoor Activities. She is an Artist, Graphic Designer, an Avid Seamstress, Dabbles in Homemade Crafts and Landscaping. Since her Father was a Health Teacher, she also likes homeopathic Health Solutions. Since blogging started over 10 years ago, PanoramaNow has been added to Newsbreak – a national news affiliate.
