As a Town, we are deeply saddened by the tragic events that have occurred in Southern Louisiana and Mississippi due to Hurricane Katrina. As an initial response, the Town of Addison has developed a list of recommended actions that people can take to help residents that have been displaced from their homes to the Dallas region.

If you, a family member, or friend are in need of emergency services, please call 911

If you, a family member, or friend are in need of shelter facilities and services please contact:
The American Red Cross - Dallas Chapter
214-678-4800 or at http://www.redcrossdallas.org/
The American Red Cross is providing shelter facilities and services at Reunion Arena.
Reunion Arena is located at 777 Sports Street; Dallas, Texas 75207

If you would like to donate blood, please contact:
Carter Blood Care
3959 Belt Line Rd; Addison, Texas 75001
(972) 960-8895
http://www.carterbloodcare.org/

If you would like to donate money, your time, and items please contact:
Metrocrest Social Services
1111 West Belt Line Rd.
Suite 100
Carrollton, TX 75006
972-446-2100
http://www.metrocrestsocialservices.org/
Hours of operation are: Mon-Tues., and Thurs.-Fri. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Wed. 8:00 am -7:00 pm; and Sat. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

or

Senior Adult Services
1111 West Belt Line Rd.
Suite 110
Carrollton, TX 75006
972-242-4464
http://www.senioradultservices.org/
Hours of operation are: Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Both of these agencies are in need of monetary donations and baby and personal hygiene items*

(*Baby Care Items: diapers, formula, baby wipes; Hygiene & Household Items: toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)


Note: During Oktoberfest (September 15-18) the Town of Addison will also have a donation box available to allow visitors at the event to donate money.