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British Red Cross
The British Red Cross

The British Red Cross cares for people in crisis. It is governed by its seven fundamental principles - humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality - through which it provides care to those who are vulnerable both at home and abroad.

The British Red Cross responds in times of crisis, providing services for:

  • Those who are returning home after a stay in hospital
  • Those who need transport and escort assistance to a place of safety or medical facilities
  • Those who need therapeutic care or cosmetic camouflage
  • Those who are victims of a house fire
  • Those who need short-term medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, or supplies, such as baby food or blankets
  • Those who need emergency response assistance such as first aid, or practical and emotional support at times of a major incident
  • Those who need shelter whilst injured themselves or waiting for news of relatives

Volunteers

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the British Red Cross. All the good work is only made possible because every year, tens of thousands of volunteers willingly give up their time to help others.

Volunteers with the British Red Cross are involved in providing a diverse range of services throughout the UK. These include first aid, fundraising, shop volunteering, refugee services, care in the home and the international tracing and message service. For example, the first aid volunteers provide first-aid cover at a wide range of public events - everything from local fetes to major sporting and music events.

And for every front-line volunteer providing help, there is another volunteer co-ordinating and supporting services behind the scenes, making sure the Red Cross machine keeps operating.

Visit www.redcross.org.uk/volunteering to find out more about the activities and services you can take part in, apply online, or contact your local branch to find out about opportunities in your area by calling 0845 054 7111.

First aid training

The British Red Cross offer a wide range of first aid training courses, from two to 28 hours. They take place during evenings, weekdays and weekends. Whether you need an HSE approved course for your workplace or whether you just want to learn some first aid skills to feel prepared in case of an accident, we can help.

Our trainers have hands-on experience that they draw upon to bring the subject to life. The atmosphere on courses is friendly and relaxed, and our trainers are very approachable and happy to answer your questions.

To find out more about training for the general public visit www.redcross.org.uk/firstaid or call 0870 170 9222.

To find out more about workplace training visit www.redcross.org.uk/faw or call 0870 170 9110.

The British Red Cross supply a full range of first aid supplies including kits and books. Call 0870 170 9222 or visit www.redcross.org.uk/firstaid

For more information

For information on first aid courses and products call 0870 170 9222 or visit www.redcross.org.uk/firstaid

For more information on volunteering call 0845 054 7111 or visit www.redcross.org.uk/volunteering

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