In Need of Assistance?

By Ventura Tounsel

Veterans. Men and women who have served their country in uniform. Regardless of when you served or whether you are still serving, it is you, the veteran, to whom we owe our freedoms in this great country. It is you, the veteran, to whom we owe our gratitude for the sacrifices. Nobody knows that more than the members of The American Legion, the nation’s largest veterans service organization. We also know how difficult it is sometimes for veterans to receive the benefits that help. Benefits that their country promised them and owes them. That’s why we have a network of service officers throughout the state, ready to help. We know what you’re entitled to. We know how to cut through the red tape. We know what you’re going through. If you are a veteran in our community in need of assistance, or if you know of one, please call the McCulloch-Wagner Post 109 in Corona de Tucson at (520) 762-5652 and ask to be connected to our veteran service officer. We have been here since 1919. We’re still here for you.

Saturday May 7th is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day

By Charlotte Herdliska

As you may already know our Arizona grass fires tend to be very hot and fast burning. I am asking the Vail Voice to re-print this again for those that are new to our area or missed this publication last year.

It’s time again, To Spring Clean Your Outdoor Space.

The easiest way to beat these fires, is to create a fire break in front of the fire. A fire break is a clear space where there is little to no fuel: grass (or very short grass) or brush, low hanging tree limbs, wood piles, or other combustibles to burn, this deprives the fire of fuel, reduces flame length and slows the growth of the fire.
I have listed a few things you can do to help save your property and be Firewise:

*Low hanging branches: trim your trees so you have a 4-5 foot clearance from the ground.

*Debris in your rain gutters: clean out. One small ember can ignite leaf litter in your gutters.

*Remove flammable materials: (firewood stacks, propane tanks) within 30 feet of your
home’s foundations and outbuildings, including garages and sheds. If it can catch fire, don’t let it touch your house, deck or porch.

*Keep your roof clean of debris. Flat roofs can have wind-blown debris in the corners.

*Remove combustibles from your porch, deck or patio: chairs, table, rugs, cushions, anything that will burn.

*Have an evacuation plan, review your route out and talk to your neighbors.

Keep your home and property safe but remember, YOUR safety comes first!

Is your home safe from wildfire?
Please contact your local Fire Department for information on Firewise Communities and a FREE Firewise property survey.
Corona de Tucson Fire: FM Charlotte Herdliska: 520-762-9370 cherdliska@coronafire.org
Rincon Valley Fire: 520- 647-3760

Corona Cares Update

By Ellie Abraham, coordinator

Corona Cares continues to serve the Corona de Tucson community with transportation, errands, wellness checks, and caregiver relief. Additionally we are able to loan assistive devices such as canes, standard walkers, seat walkers, knee walkers, shower stools, wheelchairs, and transport wheelchairs.

At the present time, we are seeking transportation drivers to help fulfill the needs of our recipients. We are looking for anyone who has a valid drivers license and insurance who will use their own vehicle for the transport. Drivers are asked to transport two times a month with each transport being approximately three to four hours. There is a small mileage reimbursement included.

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