Armed Forces Emergency Services

Today's American Red Cross is keeping pace with the changing military. Using the latest in computer and telecommunications technology, the Red Cross sends communications on behalf of family members who are facing emergencies or other important events to members of the U.S. Armed Forces serving all over the world. These communications are delivered around-the-clock.

You can reach a Red Cross caseworker 24 hours a day by calling 1-877-272-7337.

For further resources please visit Military OneSource, a 24/7 Resource for Military Members, Spouses and Families at www.militaryonesource.com

International Services

Tracing and messaging services for families separated by disaster, armed conflict, civil unrest or changing world conditions (Armed Forces Emergency Assistance)

Training in humanitarian principles, international humanitarian law and the specific provisions of the Geneva Conventions - the framework of rights that protects people caught in international conflict

Family tracing for the survivors of WWII related events such as The Holocaust.