What is the new client registration form called?
Shelter Client Information Form (SCI).
Who provides cages and food for pets at the shelter?
Red Cross and their animal sheltering partner(s).
What type of camping is allowed in the outside shelter area?
RV, a personal tent and a personal vehicle
Who is required to wear a mask in congregate shelter settings?
Employees, volunteers, clients and anyone entering the shelter
What is the name of the Ventura Disaster Program Manager?
Candy Campbell-Ursu
At what Level DRO is Shelter Resident Transition required?
Level 4 DRO and above BUT can be requested for a level 3.
Are all snakes allowed in the pet shelter?
No, poisonous snakes are not allowed in the pet shelter.
Are outdoor shelter residents eligible for SRT assistance?
Yes, as long as they are registered as a client.
When can shelter residents take off their masks in the shelter?
When eating, drinking or sleeping
True or False? Volunteer hours are strictly used for fundraising purposes.
FALSE. Although volunteer hours are a vital way of showing our donors the great work we are doing with their funds, we also use entered volunteer hours to ensure volunteers are staying engaged and are recognized for the great work they do.
True or False: To take advantage of Red Cross services offered at a shelter, everyone must fill out the SCI form.
FALSE. Everyone is welcome to use the services provided by the Red Cross.
Can an alligator be a comfort animal?
Yes.
Do outdoor shelter residents need to wear a mask?
Outdoors, masks are not required. If outdoor residents enter the indoor shelter area, they must wear a mask.
True or False: Taking a COVID-19 test is part of the registration process for a client in Red Cross shelters.
FALSE. Red Cross tests for COVID only when required by local law or regulation.
Who activates the American Red Cross in Ventura to open a shelter?
Ventura County Human Services Agency (HSA)
Who is responsible for developing a transition plan?
The client and the SRT caseworker.
True or False: Under absolutely no circumstances are household pets allowed inside the shelter area.
FALSE: If pets and people would be in immediate danger by remaining outside the shelter, the Job Director can approve emergency entrance to the inside shelter for household pets up to 48 hours.
True or False: If you suspect a client is carrying a gun, you have the authority to check their bags.
FALSE. If you think someone has a gun, you should report your concerns to the shelter manager.
If you’re exposed to someone with COVID-19 and not experiencing symptoms, how long do you need to quarantine?
You no longer need to quarantine, regardless of vaccination status. You will need to wear a mask for 10 days.
What year was the American Red Cross founded?
1881
How many days must a client be in a shelter before being eligible for SRT assistance without supervisor approval?
After 72 hours of a shelter entry date.
Fill in the blank: _________ is responsible for cleaning up after pets.
The owner
Who is responsible for ensuring outside shelter residents (who don't want to wear a mask indoors) are provided food and water?
The Feeding Team with communication from the Shelter Team
Who is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all shelter areas?
All Red Crossers and teams are responsible for ensuring all areas of the shelter they support are cleaned and sanitized.
How many counties make up our Central California Region?
11 - Madera, Mariposa, Kern, Inyo, Mono, Fresno, Tulare, Kings, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties.