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Saturday, September 18, 2010

Tornado Victims Find Help at Open Door



The Ohio Benefit Bank hosted an Expo for those who work in Fulton County within the social services realm. Expose are a chance for social workers, medical professionals, church personnel andother to learn about becoming Benefit Bank sites. Gayle Loyola, Regional Coordinaotr fothe area had variety of folks attend and was eager to share information about the OBB Express as well.




Sixty-Eight (68) families in Fulton County were effected by the tornado that swept through on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Many had homes that were completely destroyed, while others had extensive damage. Seven people in Wood County died in this whirlwind.


Open Door of Delta is providing support to victims by helping them set up temporary households and giving gifts of clothing, food, furniture and small appliances. These items have been donated by caring neighbors from all over Ohio-with a true "neighbors helping neighbors" sprit.


Executive Director, Cherie Mercer greeted the OBB Mobile Express explaining that many of hte victims did not have insurance and find themselves in need of supports that they never imaged need.