New Mobile Feeding Unit Arrives in West Palm Beach: The Salvation Army receives a new mobile feeding unit (canteen) and prepares personnel for disaster response
West Palm Beach, FL (12 July 2012) – Whether it be a local incident or a major disaster, The Salvation Army is the first on the scene and last to depart; honoring a century old commitment to serve those in need, at the time of need, and place of need. Currently providing social and spiritual guidance in over 130 countries, The Salvation Army continues to be a beacon of compassion; of immediate aid, psychological support and spiritual counsel to individuals and families whose lives have been disrupted or shattered by either disaster or pure circumstance.
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County is ensuring its personnel’s skills are up to date should local residents be impacted by natural or personnel disaster. This Saturday, July 14th from 9am – 2pm, The Salvation Army Area Command will hold an Introductory Course to Emergency Disaster Services as well as debut its new mobile feeding unit or canteen. The course will provide participants with an overview of The Salvation Army’s mission and its role within disaster work. Participants will also be taught how to prepare and equip them for a disaster deployment should any portion of Florida be devastated. In addition, the state of the art mobile feeding unit is the newest unit for The Salvation Army in the state. This unit is prepared to produce 3,000 full meals per day and can sustain itself for days without being resupplied. The new mobile feeding unit is built with environmental and logistical considerations being given to its efficiency and impact on any given disaster scenario.
The Salvation Army Emergence Disaster Services seeks to provide physical, emotional and spiritual comfort in times of disaster. Our disaster personnel are trained to assist in all kinds of emergencies by providing food, clothing, shelter or financial resources to those affected by such tragedy. Most commonly known for our mobile feeding units, “Canteens,” these units are a welcome sight to firemen and policemen as well as survivors when serving hot and cold drinks, snacks and even complete meals.
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About The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County has been serving residents since 1922. The Salvation Army is an international movement and an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible and its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.