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Details & Diagrams: $1,000 IKEA Flat-Pack Refugee Shelter

Sat, 2014-01-04 23:11 — Kathy Gilbeaux

                  

weburbanist.com

Emergency shelters are designed to be short-term solutions, and many cannot withstand rain, wind and sun for more than six months. Yet the average stay in refugee camp is over twenty times that duration.

The IKEA Foundation, in cooperation with the  United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, has developed a longer-term solution to this problem, turning their experience with flat-pack furniture and language-free instruction manuals toward disaster relief efforts in and around war-torn places like Syria (they are already testing in Lebanon and Iraq). Sticklers for detail should scroll carefully below for a step-by-step deconstruction of what goes into this remarkable dwelling.

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NYC Office of Emergency Management - Press Release - Cold Weather

Sat, 2014-01-04 10:26 — Kathy Gilbeaux

       

nyc.gov

OEM OFFERS COLD WEATHER SAFETY TIPS

Seniors, infants, the homeless, and those with chronic medical conditions are at increased risk of health problems from the cold

January 2, 2014 — With a significant snow storm and temperatures expected to be dangerously cold beginning today through Saturday, the New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene remind New Yorkers to protect themselves and help others who may be at increased risk of health problems. Homeless individuals not in shelters, people working outdoors, and those in homes or apartments with inadequate heat are most likely to be exposed to dangerous cold. Seniors, infants, people with chronic cardiovascular or lung conditions, people using alcohol or drugs and people with cognitive impairments such as from dementia, serious mental illness or developmental disability are at increased risk.

New Yorkers should take the following precautions: 

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Life-Threatening Cold

Sat, 2014-01-04 10:00 — Kathy Gilbeaux
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Staten Island LTRO Meeting Schedule for this week

Tue, 2013-11-05 22:55 — Gina Angiola

Greetings,

Here is the LTRO committee meeting schedule for this week:

Case Management
No meeting this week.

Clothing
Contact Rev. Lynette Delbridge at ***@***.***

Disaster Preparedness
Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Hilton Lobby.

Finance, Mission, and Structure
Wednesday from 4:00-5:30pm at 1126 Olympia Blvd. – classroom on upper floor of St. Margaret Mary’s Olympia Activity Center.

Food
Tuesday from 12:00-1:00pm at Midland Avenue Neighborhood Relief at 489 Midland Ave.

Health, Mental Health, and Spiritual Care
Wednesday from 12:00-2:00pm at Project Hospitality, 100 Park Ave.

Legal, Policy and Advocacy and Immigrant Services
Tuesday from 11:00-12:30 at Staten Island Legal Services, 36 Richmond Terrace, Room 104.

Mold Remediation and Rebuilding
Tuesday from 12:00-2:00pm at the Siller Foundation offices at 2361 Hylan Blvd. *Afternoon meeting this week*

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Staten Island - LTRO - One Year Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy

Tue, 2013-10-29 23:12 — Kathy Gilbeaux

      

sisandyhelp.org

Greetings,

This Tuesday, on the one year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, everyone impacted by this tragic storm will be commeorating the events of last year in their own way.

Some will feel most comforted by staying home, or gathering with family or friends, or in their religious communities. Some will join in the many anniversary events happening around the island, seeking the strength of the broader Sandy-impacted community.

Whether you are a resident who lost everything, or a caregiver, or a service provider who is feeling very tired, this anniversary is a stressful time.

Be sure to take care of yourself. Rest. Talk about how you are feeling with family and friends. Pay attention to your health.

And remember that many emotional care services available on Staten Island are open to both impacted residents and their caregivers.

You can talk to a crisis counselor confidentiality and free of cost  by calling any of these numbers:

Project Hope 1-800-LIFENET

Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990, press 1

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Join Sandy-Impacted Communities to Light the Shore!

Mon, 2013-10-28 15:35 — Kathy Gilbeaux

      

Photo credit: Trevor Messersmith

The Municipal Art Society of New York - mas.org

On Tuesday October 29th – the anniversary of Superstorm Sandy – groups from across the region will be lighting up the coastline to acknowledge the impact of the storm and the on-going resilience challenges we collectively face.  Groups in Staten Island, Red Hook, Lower East Side, in Connecticut and all down  the Jersey shore will join together with flashlights and candles along the coast.  The goal is to have the entire Sandy-impacted coastline illuminated!

All communities are welcome to join their friends and neighbors and line the coast in solidarity for a resilient future!  Information about specific community meeting spots and times are shown below: 

Lower East Side
Time: 6:45PM to 8:15PM
Where: East River Park

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CNN Video - The Angel of Ocean Breeze

Sat, 2013-10-26 16:42 — Kathy Gilbeaux

cnn.com - October 25, 2013

Carol Mittelsdorf discovers Ocean Breeze, a neighborhood struggling to survive after Hurricane Sandy.

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Meetings - Staten Island Long Term Recovery Organization

Thu, 2013-10-24 00:15 — Kathy Gilbeaux

      

sisandyhelp.org

Greetings,

The committees of the Staten Island LTRO are meeting this week:

Case Management
Wednesday from 2:00-4:00pm at the CYO Center at 120 Anderson in Port Richmond. *note new time*
(Out of respect for client confidentiality, we ask that only case managers/workers attend)

Clothing
Contact Rev. Lynette Delbridge at ***@***.***.

Disaster Preparedness
Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Hilton Lobby.

Finance, Mission, and Structure
Wednesday from 3:30-5:00pm at 1126 Olympia Blvd. – classroom on upper floor of St. Margaret Mary’s Olympia Activity Center.

Food
Tuesday from 12:00-1:00pm at Midland Avenue Neighborhood Relief at 489 Midland Ave.

Health, Mental Health, and Spiritual Care
Wednesday from 12:00-2:00pm at Project Hospitality, 100 Park Ave.

Legal, Policy and Advocacy – Immigrant Services
Tuesday from 11:00-12:30 at Staten Island Legal Services, 36 Richmond Terrace, Room 104.

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Rebuild by Design Public Receptions in New York and New Jersey

Tue, 2013-10-22 21:04 — Kathy Gilbeaux

      

Photo: Cameron Blaylock

rebuildbydesign.org

Rebuild by Design is hosting two public receptions in New York and New Jersey to hear Rebuild by Design's ten Design Teams discuss their research and the ideas born out of their work.

This is a critical moment for the Rebuild by Design project and a perfect occasion to learn more about the teams' thoughtful and unique visions to make our region more resilient.

The proposals follow three months of in-depth analysis and public outreach, including both one-on-one conversations with people living in affected areas and robust guided conversations with Design Teams and citizens. This will lead up to a selection of projects each team will pursue in the design phase—the next and final portion of the competition.

Breakfast Reception at NYU - RSVP
8:30 to 11:00 a.m.
60 Washington Square South,New York, NY
Kimmel Center, 4th Floor

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DEC Accepting Applications for Environmental Grant

Wed, 2013-10-16 21:41 — Kathy Gilbeaux

      

Press Release - October 15, 2013 

Assemblyman Goldfeder Announces DEC Accepting Applications for Environmental Grant

State Funding Available to Improve Urban Environments & Parks, Especially in Sandy-Damaged Neighborhoods Nearly $500,000 in Grants Will Be Provided to Eligible Applicants, Including Municipalities, Public Benefit Corporations, Public Authorities, School Districts and Not-for-Profit Organizations

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