main_phone: office phone: 504-281-2512, cell phone: 504-617-2580 -> office: 504-281-2512 cell: 504-617-2580

notes: From the Site 6/10 - OIL SPILL UPDATE: Since 2006 the Community Center of St Bernard has been here to help St Bernard families get the assistance they need, whether it's food, clothes, medical care, legal aid, counseling, or other services. Today the residents of St Bernard Parish, who have already survived Hurricane Katrina, are facing another disaster as the Gulf Oil Spill spreads, moving ever closer to their coastline. The oil spill is threatening the fish and seafood that many St Bernard families depend on to earn their living. A commercial and recreational fishing ban is currently in effect, and fishermen are signing up for our food pantry so that they will be able to feed their families until they can find other work. The Community Center is here, ready to help them in any way we can. But we can't do it alone. Please donate now so that we can continue to provide essential services like food and clothes to families in need. ---------------------------------- 9/5/08 LTel: Spoke to Iray, they will be back to full operation Mon. 9/8 and are ramping up to distribute to the St. Bernard Parish community with the expecationt that the many evacuees returning will have a need to replace spoiled food and be financially challenged as a result of evacuation. Americorps is delivering water, but he's going to assess if other hot spots need it more than they do before accepting it. He's put in a request through the state for volunteers to assist next week with food distribution. He asks that once Gustav efforts settle down to conference to update his facility entry in the database. ============================================================================== Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512. -> From the Site 6/10 - OIL SPILL UPDATE: Since 2006 the Community Center of St Bernard has been here to help St Bernard families get the assistance they need, whether it's food, clothes, medical care, legal aid, counseling, or other services. Today the residents of St Bernard Parish, who have already survived Hurricane Katrina, are facing another disaster as the Gulf Oil Spill spreads, moving ever closer to their coastline. The oil spill is threatening the fish and seafood that many St Bernard families depend on to earn their living. A commercial and recreational fishing ban is currently in effect, and fishermen are signing up for our food pantry so that they will be able to feed their families until they can find other work. The Community Center is here, ready to help them in any way we can. But we can't do it alone. Please donate now so that we can continue to provide essential services like food and clothes to families in need. With government estimates showing that more than 800,000 gallons of crude oil are now spilling out every day, the situation is becoming increasingly desperate. The federal fishing bans now cover one-third of the Gulf Coast, and commercial fishermen and other St Bernard residents who depend on the commercial and recreational fishing industries are signing up for the Community Center's food pantry so that they will be able to feed their families until they can find other work. The demand for basic services like food, clothes, and information are all up by more than 20% for the past month, with more families needing help every day. ---------------------------------- 9/5/08 LTel: Spoke to Iray, they will be back to full operation Mon. 9/8 and are ramping up to distribute to the St. Bernard Parish community with the expecationt that the many evacuees returning will have a need to replace spoiled food and be financially challenged as a result of evacuation. Americorps is delivering water, but he's going to assess if other hot spots need it more than they do before accepting it. He's put in a request through the state for volunteers to assist next week with food distribution. He asks that once Gustav efforts settle down to conference to update his facility entry in the database. ============================================================================== Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.

notes: 9/5/08 LTel: Spoke to Iray, they will be back to full operation Mon. 9/8 and are ramping up to distribute to the St. Bernard Parish community with the expecationt that the many evacuees returning will have a need to replace spoiled food and be financially challenged as a result of evacuation. Americorps is delivering water, but he's going to assess if other hot spots need it more than they do before accepting it. He's put in a request through the state for volunteers to assist next week with food distribution. He asks that once Gustav efforts settle down to conference to update his facility entry in the database. ============================================================================== Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512. -> From the Site 6/10 - OIL SPILL UPDATE: Since 2006 the Community Center of St Bernard has been here to help St Bernard families get the assistance they need, whether it's food, clothes, medical care, legal aid, counseling, or other services. Today the residents of St Bernard Parish, who have already survived Hurricane Katrina, are facing another disaster as the Gulf Oil Spill spreads, moving ever closer to their coastline. The oil spill is threatening the fish and seafood that many St Bernard families depend on to earn their living. A commercial and recreational fishing ban is currently in effect, and fishermen are signing up for our food pantry so that they will be able to feed their families until they can find other work. The Community Center is here, ready to help them in any way we can. But we can't do it alone. Please donate now so that we can continue to provide essential services like food and clothes to families in need. ---------------------------------- 9/5/08 LTel: Spoke to Iray, they will be back to full operation Mon. 9/8 and are ramping up to distribute to the St. Bernard Parish community with the expecationt that the many evacuees returning will have a need to replace spoiled food and be financially challenged as a result of evacuation. Americorps is delivering water, but he's going to assess if other hot spots need it more than they do before accepting it. He's put in a request through the state for volunteers to assist next week with food distribution. He asks that once Gustav efforts settle down to conference to update his facility entry in the database. ============================================================================== Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.

cat_notes: 8/29/08 LTel: Just got off the phone with Iray at the Community Ctr. of St. Bernard. He's evac'ing to Vicksburg, MS because his boss has a reservation at a hotel he'll share but he's not recommending folks evac to MS. Based on my assessment, what the state is recommending and just logical sense people need to get to NORTHEAST LA (anything East of Picayune). The mood in St. Bernards is pretty much sheer panic as the residents do not feel they are being given clear direction on where they can go. To this point I've not gotten that kind of feedback but that means nothing because I've not really had the time to call to many folks to get an assessment. I've been going based on news reports and the media can tend to make things rosy. There are still 1600 families in FEMA trailers and they really don't want to take a bus and risk losing the most valueable and essential thing they own, a car. There just hasn't been much concrete info out there on where the best place they can go and not spend money they don't have for hotels (there are none left at this point anyway). The word is St. Bernard will put out a mandatory evac order Sat. 8/30. I've pretty much got a near if not complete list of the big shelters that are state run that are accepting bus evac's and self evac's. The city of NOLA has the capacity to get 35,000 folks out but as of last night only 8,000 had signed up. The thing people are really asking for and needing is list of smaller shelters 3-4 hours out like churches and YMCA's and such. These folks can't afford the gas to go 5 hours out (which in real time is likely 10-15 hours by tomorrow - sat.). I suppose if shelter sites were off the beaten path a longer trip would be okay because they'd avoid the highway landlock. How have I even found any shelters at all? Not by looking at any government sites or EMA's. I haven't tried county sites yet (why not? I don't know it's worked well in the past - I'm trying to do TOO much). So far the media is the only way I've been able to extract needles in the haystack. Iray and I are of the same mind. They are being rightfully prudent and als covering their asses. This government can't afford any more criticism. We'll see how that plays out. I am in fact impressed with the preparedness and the supplies/logistics already in place that I've heard...proof will be in the response. Ask me again on Tues. or Wed. of next week. I'm working on a HARDCOPY list of LA shelters and hope to have it done by tonight. ANYTHING y'all can do to assist in getting more shelters in the database will be of tremendous help to me. Unfortunately, I can't hand you a list like I should be able to. You'll have to hunt and peck just like I've been for the last 48 hours. I'm going on very little sleep so I'll be down for about 2 hours, starting now. Thanks for anything you can do to help,Les ============================================================================= Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails/needs still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily, til the needs list is fixed here in the dbase. -> 9/23: TF: I just got off the phone with someone. The cell listed above. I am shipping out a load of books/computers tomorrow and wanted to give someone else a chance besides HOPE Missions, who has gotten a ton of stuff from us. So I called these guys. It was 8:30 his time. He said, "is this some kind of emergency? it's after hours". I was polite and apologized and said that it wasn't an emergency, even though he was pretty snarky. I'm in no mood to send anyone or anything there, til someone tells me that this group is the best there is and that I'm mistaken to think they are being snarky for no real good reason. 8/29/08 LTel: Just got off the phone with Iray at the Community Ctr. of St. Bernard. He's evac'ing to Vicksburg, MS because his boss has a reservation at a hotel he'll share but he's not recommending folks evac to MS. Based on my assessment, what the state is recommending and just logical sense people need to get to NORTHEAST LA (anything East of Picayune). The mood in St. Bernards is pretty much sheer panic as the residents do not feel they are being given clear direction on where they can go. To this point I've not gotten that kind of feedback but that means nothing because I've not really had the time to call to many folks to get an assessment. I've been going based on news reports and the media can tend to make things rosy. There are still 1600 families in FEMA trailers and they really don't want to take a bus and risk losing the most valueable and essential thing they own, a car. There just hasn't been much concrete info out there on where the best place they can go and not spend money they don't have for hotels (there are none left at this point anyway). The word is St. Bernard will put out a mandatory evac order Sat. 8/30. I've pretty much got a near if not complete list of the big shelters that are state run that are accepting bus evac's and self evac's. The city of NOLA has the capacity to get 35,000 folks out but as of last night only 8,000 had signed up. The thing people are really asking for and needing is list of smaller shelters 3-4 hours out like churches and YMCA's and such. These folks can't afford the gas to go 5 hours out (which in real time is likely 10-15 hours by tomorrow - sat.). I suppose if shelter sites were off the beaten path a longer trip would be okay because they'd avoid the highway landlock. How have I even found any shelters at all? Not by looking at any government sites or EMA's. I haven't tried county sites yet (why not? I don't know it's worked well in the past - I'm trying to do TOO much). So far the media is the only way I've been able to extract needles in the haystack. Iray and I are of the same mind. They are being rightfully prudent and als covering their asses. This government can't afford any more criticism. We'll see how that plays out. I am in fact impressed with the preparedness and the supplies/logistics already in place that I've heard...proof will be in the response. Ask me again on Tues. or Wed. of next week. I'm working on a HARDCOPY list of LA shelters and hope to have it done by tonight. ANYTHING y'all can do to assist in getting more shelters in the database will be of tremendous help to me. Unfortunately, I can't hand you a list like I should be able to. You'll have to hunt and peck just like I've been for the last 48 hours. I'm going on very little sleep so I'll be down for about 2 hours, starting now. Thanks for anything you can do to help,Les ============================================================================= Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails/needs still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily, til the needs list is fixed here in the dbase.

organization: Non-Profit -> Non-Profit Disaster Recovery

notes: Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512. -> 9/5/08 LTel: Spoke to Iray, they will be back to full operation Mon. 9/8 and are ramping up to distribute to the St. Bernard Parish community with the expecationt that the many evacuees returning will have a need to replace spoiled food and be financially challenged as a result of evacuation. Americorps is delivering water, but he's going to assess if other hot spots need it more than they do before accepting it. He's put in a request through the state for volunteers to assist next week with food distribution. He asks that once Gustav efforts settle down to conference to update his facility entry in the database. ============================================================================== Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.

cat_notes: Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails/needs still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily, til the needs list is fixed here in the dbase. -> 8/29/08 LTel: Just got off the phone with Iray at the Community Ctr. of St. Bernard. He's evac'ing to Vicksburg, MS because his boss has a reservation at a hotel he'll share but he's not recommending folks evac to MS. Based on my assessment, what the state is recommending and just logical sense people need to get to NORTHEAST LA (anything East of Picayune). The mood in St. Bernards is pretty much sheer panic as the residents do not feel they are being given clear direction on where they can go. To this point I've not gotten that kind of feedback but that means nothing because I've not really had the time to call to many folks to get an assessment. I've been going based on news reports and the media can tend to make things rosy. There are still 1600 families in FEMA trailers and they really don't want to take a bus and risk losing the most valueable and essential thing they own, a car. There just hasn't been much concrete info out there on where the best place they can go and not spend money they don't have for hotels (there are none left at this point anyway). The word is St. Bernard will put out a mandatory evac order Sat. 8/30. I've pretty much got a near if not complete list of the big shelters that are state run that are accepting bus evac's and self evac's. The city of NOLA has the capacity to get 35,000 folks out but as of last night only 8,000 had signed up. The thing people are really asking for and needing is list of smaller shelters 3-4 hours out like churches and YMCA's and such. These folks can't afford the gas to go 5 hours out (which in real time is likely 10-15 hours by tomorrow - sat.). I suppose if shelter sites were off the beaten path a longer trip would be okay because they'd avoid the highway landlock. How have I even found any shelters at all? Not by looking at any government sites or EMA's. I haven't tried county sites yet (why not? I don't know it's worked well in the past - I'm trying to do TOO much). So far the media is the only way I've been able to extract needles in the haystack. Iray and I are of the same mind. They are being rightfully prudent and als covering their asses. This government can't afford any more criticism. We'll see how that plays out. I am in fact impressed with the preparedness and the supplies/logistics already in place that I've heard...proof will be in the response. Ask me again on Tues. or Wed. of next week. I'm working on a HARDCOPY list of LA shelters and hope to have it done by tonight. ANYTHING y'all can do to assist in getting more shelters in the database will be of tremendous help to me. Unfortunately, I can't hand you a list like I should be able to. You'll have to hunt and peck just like I've been for the last 48 hours. I'm going on very little sleep so I'll be down for about 2 hours, starting now. Thanks for anything you can do to help,Les ============================================================================= Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails/needs still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily, til the needs list is fixed here in the dbase.

notes: Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512. -> Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. Office needs: copier paper, Pentium IV or newer computers, flat panel monitors. Mustard Seed needs: receipt printer (with usb connection), nonperishable food items, toiletries, cleaning products, donated or discounted forklift, and 14-16' box truck. Also clothing (good quality), toys and baby products. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.

cat_notes: Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily. -> Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails/needs still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily, til the needs list is fixed here in the dbase.

cat_notes: Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. -> Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge. Avails still need some touch up. I put their needs list from the website into the notes here temporarily.

notes: Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly Info sessions: - weatherization info - special needs sign up for disaster evacuation services ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512. -> Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.
cat_notes: Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. -> Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website. I made a few changes, nothing huge.

main_phone: 504-617-2580 -> office phone: 504-281-2512, cell phone: 504-617-2580
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address: 1105 Le Beau St. -> 1107 Le Beau St.
notes: Services Available from the CCSTB: (schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Legal aid Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 -> Services Available from the CCSTB: (see schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon!) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Free Legal Clinics Free Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly Info sessions: - weatherization info - special needs sign up for disaster evacuation services ===================================== The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together, especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they're contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 Donations Welcome! The Community Center welcomes donations of canned foods, used clothing and books, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and baby care items for free distribution to local residents through our Mustard Seed program. All items should be in good condition and food should not be opened or spoiled. For more information about making a donation, please contact Mustard Seed Distribution Manager Jason Horwitz at 504-281-2512. The Community Center is currently seeking computers, Pentium IV or better, and flat panel monitors to upgrade the media lab, which provides free computer classes and internet access, as well as free telephone, printing, copying and faxing services. There are also many hands-on volunteer opportunities available at the Community Center. To learn more, please go to www.ccstb.org/images/volunteers.pdf or phone the Community Center Office at 504-281-2512.
zip: 70085 -> 70032
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client_contact_name: -> Contact the site or go to the site curing hours posted at www.ccstb.org
client_contact_email: -> ccstb@ccstb.org, ccstbp@yahoo.com
cat_notes: -> Iray called 7/08 and asked us to update the dbase record to better reflect their website.

notes: Services Available from the CCSTB: Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings ===================================== UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 -> Services Available from the CCSTB: (schedule for services at www.ccstb.org) Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Wireless internet access Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Food stamp assistance (LA DSS staff visits CCSTB every week!) "Road Home" grant application assistance Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings Yoga classes Legal aid Mobile medical van stops at CCSTB weekly ===================================== UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580

notes: UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It?s natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. ?Iray? Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 -> Services Available from the CCSTB: Free local and long-distance phone service Free fax send and receive Free internet access with technical assistance if needed Distribution center for food, clothes and toiletries Performance space for local musicians and artists Computer training classes Space for neighborhood gatherings, community meetings and support groups Satellite office space for other agencies Laundry facilities (coming soon) Community suppers Family movie nights and other family-oriented gatherings ===================================== UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It's natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. Iray Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580

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notes: UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It’s natural and human to eat together … especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they’re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. “Iray” Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 -> UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It?s natural and human to eat together ? especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they?re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. ?Iray? Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580
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mission: -> As they undertake one of the most daunting disaster recovery efforts this nation has ever seen, the people of St. Bernard have very practical needs. They need laundry facilities so they can keep themselves and their children clean. They need phones so they can maintain contact with family members scattered across the country. They need internet connections so they can find information about rebuilding their businesses and their homes. They need a centralized location for services so they can receive donated supplies and assistance easily and with dignity. And they need a place to come together to enjoy a hot, nutritious meal and share their ongoing frustrations and successes with their neighbors. The Community Center of St Bernard is dedicated to providing hurricane survivors with the recovery resources they need in a safe and all-inclusive setting.
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status: Standby -> Open

name: The Community Center of St. Bernard -> Community Center of St. Bernard

notes: The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It’s natural and human to eat together … especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they’re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. “Iray” Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580 -> UPDATE: Currently providing 'Movie Night' at the Parish Complex Tent on Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. for the community of St. Bernard Parish. The Masonic Temple has provided space in their building for the Community Ctr. and much work has been accomplished in repairing storm damage but the electrical wiring is still incomplete and they are outfitting a kitchen. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It’s natural and human to eat together … especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they’re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. “Iray” Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580
region: -> Gulf
status: Open -> Standby

notes: The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It’s natural and human to eat together … especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they’re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. -> The Community Center of St. Bernard Parish is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that is committed to creating a vital community space for residents and volunteers who are working together to rebuild the Parish, post-Katrina. Socialization is key to the rebuilding of St. Bernard Parish. Isolation is one of the most damaging effects of Katrina. Residents need a place to come together daily, to share a meal as well as their unbelievably surreal stories with others who understand. It’s natural and human to eat together … especially in New Orleans where food is so much a part of the culture. Residents need free phones and the internet to rebuild their businesses. They need a respectful place to feel comfortable taking donated supplies that arrive for them from all over the world. And they need to feel that they’re contributing to the recovery process, too. No matter how hard they hurt inside. The Community Center of St. Bernard will offer a non-political, non-denominational, safe and inclusive space to assist residents in their return home, where they can gather to reconnect as they rebuild their lives, businesses and neighborhoods. The Community Center of St. Bernard R.M. “Iray” Nabatoff Executive Director ccstbp@yahoo.com 504-617-2580