Firescaping Workshop
- Posted by Merrilee on February 20th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information
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Attached below is a flyer for an upcoming “firescaping” workshop on fire-resistant, water-efficient landscaping. The workshop will be held in six locations throughout North San Diego County during March and April, hosted by the water agencies of North San Diego County.
Poway’s workshop will take place on April 2nd. Attendance is open to the general public, but I would like to make a special effort to reach those rebuilding after the Witch Creek Fire.
Downloads:
Operation Replenish
- Posted by Merrilee on February 19th, 2008, in Fire Families
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Gena shares this:
Can you remind the Fire Survivors that our event is this weekend?
We have SOOOOOOOOOO much product to give to them! I mean, HOLY COW! It’s amazing how the crafting community has so incredibly generously donated to this event!
I had to send out an “all points bulletin” tonight for people to help organize and for tables for the event b/c we just have so much stuff!
Yes, we have had to just throw some stuff out b/c it was junk, but there are SO MANY items that are included that are things that are STILL ON MY SHELVES AT MY STORE!
Free Trees
- Posted by Merrilee on February 19th, 2008, in Fire Families
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Free Trees for Fire Families donated by Comerica and planted too! Contact Lily Ramirez at 858-676-1635. Ready to plant now.
Under or Non-Insured Info
- Posted by Merrilee on February 18th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information
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1710 Montecito Rd
If you were uninsured or severely underinsured and suffered losses during the Witch Creek Fire, Agencies are available to help you.
Resource meeting for UNINSURED AND UNDERINSURED
*SATURDAY – FEBRUARY 23RD * *2:00 PM TO 4:00PM*
Ramona Senior Center/Community Center
434 Aqua Lane
The Salvation Army will give a presentation on how they will be able to help you
~ OTHER AGENCIES AVAILABLE ~
Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC) Rebuilt homes in Crest after Cedar Fire
CRWRC will be performing needs assessment at
~ PLEASE CALL FOR APPTS~
760–685-4566
Cool Scrapbook Stuff
- Posted by Merrilee on February 14th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information
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Hey there! I have been meaning to email for weeks but have been so busy planning and had our biggest trade show of the year in the middle of this!
Anyway, here are the details that I have for Operation Replenish: http://www.coolscrapbookstuff.com/OperReplen.htm
I’m hoping you can help to spread the word to the Fire Survivors. Let me know if you have any questions at all!
Gena
Scrapbooking Group
- Posted by Merrilee on February 13th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information
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The Wildfire Recovery Project is sponsoring a scrapbooking group and classes for individuals and families affected by the 2007 fires. Please join the staff of the Wildfire Recovery Project and your neighbors to share your experiences and stories of your journey. The first meeting will be Friday the 15th of February from 9-12 noon. We will be meeting at this same time, every Friday, at the LDS Church Bldg at 15750 Bernardo Heights Parkway, Rancho Bernardo. For more information or to RSVP contact Carrie Fenn or Amy Hofreiter.
carriefenn@yahoo.com or 858-213-5648
amyhofreiter@yahoo.com or 858-213-5036
Fire Recovery Assistance
- Posted by Merrilee on February 5th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information
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Dear Fire Families -
Please be aware of this. The second phase of fire relief efforts is called “long term recovery.” That means helping people with their long-term needs to restore them back to as close to “normal” as possible. Many grants — i.e. lots of money!– are thrown at this issue. Please be sure and contact these people to help you with long term concerns. It’s always worth asking the questions! There are several floating around so stay aware and informed!!
Wildfire Recovery Project
- Posted by Merrilee on January 23rd, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information, CFRT
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The Wildfire Recovery Project offers crisis counseling, general support, and links to other resources in the community for all families and individuals affected by the 07 wildfires in any manner. For more information on this free service contact Carrie Fenn at 858-213-5648.
Another Crucial To-Do
- Posted by Merrilee on January 10th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information, CFRT
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While we’re at it - giving out unsolicited personal advice . . . may I recommend doing your estate planning??
Last month my friend’s brother dropped dead at age 48 with no apparent cause . . . .
One of the fire victims had a massive stroke and died . . . .
And a friend was diagnosed with lung cancer and was gone in two weeks . . . .
And another acquaintance was diagnosed with prostate cancer and was gone in a week . . . . .
LIFE IS SHORT!!!
Insurance Update - Crucial Info!
- Posted by Merrilee on January 10th, 2008, in Fire Families, Public Information, CFRT
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UPDATE: So I got an e-mail from our city person who is coordinating with the fire families. . . . She says the building costs in Poway are closer to $250 for tract homes up to $400 for the custom homes. ARGH!!!! Increase your policies TODAY!!!!
It is always an eye opening experience to go through fire relief efforts when the families realize that 95% ARE UNDERINSURED. This time around some are underinsured OVER $1 MILLION.
So I called my insurance agent yesterday to check on my own personal insurance situation. And guess what, I WAS UNDERINSURED.
Now what’s interesting is I did the same thing after the Cedar fires and updated it but MY POLICY FAILED TO KEEP UP.
SO I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU CALL YOUR INSURANCE AGENT TODAY.
Here are some questions to ask:
