The earthquake of 7.0 magnitude that devastated Haiti has collapsed a society that is calling out for help. Our nation is responding and is on the front line, offering leadership and military assistance. Many citizens have donated monies and services to assist in search and recovery .This is just the beginning of a very long road to recovery.We must reach out and help in any way possible.
 
The NADONA Corporate Office and the Florida Association Directors of Nursing Administration/LTC (FADONA) is urging that the LTC community educate themselves to the needs of the relief efforts. FADONA is also asking that donations be sent to Haiti for disaster assistance.
 
Here is some important information to assist you:
         1) State Department Operations Center phone number: 888-407-4747
            (To inquire about American family members in Haiti)  
 
         2) State Department Operations Web site: www.travel.state.gov.
 
         3) Aid and donations should be coordinated through American Red Cross.
 
         4) Former President Clinton is our ambassador to Haiti; sending funds to his relief fund will also ensure that donations are distributed to those in need.
 
         5) You can also text "HAITI" to 90999 to donate $10 to American Red Cross relief for Haiti. The charge will show up on your next cell phone bill.
 
 NADONA and FADONA will be donating $1,000 to the ambassador's website for medical relief.
 
 Thank you for helping the Haitian people in their desperate hours of need.