The plan augments existing services where appropriate, builds public education initiatives, uses natural settings when appropriate and is based on the principles of cooperation, coordination and broad community support. Manitoba Health has negotiated with the Red Cross Flood Fund, Age and Opportunity, the Union of Manitoba Municipalities, and the Rotary Club to create a thirteen person Red River Trauma Team. Triage cases with severe needs to the appropriate resources. As Of September, there have been approximately 100 home visits and 350 office visits done in the Red River Valley. Psychosocial needs assessment has been completed for entire Red River Valley.
Some residents feel compensation is insufficient.
Concerns regarding possibility of flooding in the spring of 1998. Recently completed needs assessment to determine if Camps should continue in September and October, 1997. Developed a newsletter to be distributed monthly to all MEMO claimants and the general community. Provided support to Red Cross and people seeking Phase 1 funding from Red Cross. Provided debriefings to Rural Municipality Staff and flood assistance staff.