The Salvation Army Providing Disaster Assistance in Hickory Hill Area

About the Disaster Relief Efforts
The Salvation Army, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will be providing disaster relief Saturday through Monday at the Hickory Hill Community Center, where a Service Center has been set up to help those affected by the recent storms.

To be eligible for disaster assistance, there are three requirements. The head of the household affected by the storm must bring:

• Picture ID.
• Documentation which verifies residence (i.e. a utility bill or rental agreement).
• Must live in the affected zip code areas.

The Salvation Army's mobile canteen will be providing coffee and water in the parking in front of the Service Center.

About The Salvation Army Memphis
The Salvation Army Memphis began its work in the city on October 18, 1900. Since then, the organization has fought hunger, homelessness, addiction, poverty, abuse, and suffering caused by disaster. At the center of The Salvation Army's work in Memphis is a common belief that all people can make positive changes. The Salvation Army believes in the healing power of compassion, love, dignity and respect, and use these principles to guide our actions and words.

The Salvation Army values the transforming power of God and the salvation that comes from knowing Christ as our personal savior. And believes that enduring change comes from holistic ministry to the mind, body and spirit.

Every year, The Salvation Army Memphis helps more than 27,000 people, provides more than 60,000 nights of lodging, and serves more than 200,000 meals and snacks.

CONTACT:
Abby Turner
Thompson & Berry PR
(901) 328-5233

Elizabeth Duncan
The Salvation Army
(901) 260 -9130