Deschutes County Medical Reserve Corps

Mission

The mission of the Deschutes County Medical Reserve Corps (DCMRC) is to protect the health and safety of our communities through maintaining a pool of medical and non-medical volunteers that are trained, passionate, and ready to respond when health-related crises, emergencies, and/or natural disasters occur.  The DCMRC will also work to support public health and behavioral health initiatives throughout the county supporting vulnerable populations.

Goals

Promote community resiliency by cultivating a robust, well-trained team of volunteers to provide medical, and non-medical, support services for pre-planned events, public health crises, and emergency response activities.   

1. Be prepared to respond to community needs that overwhelm existing health services before, during, and following public health crises and emergencies. 
2. Establish a framework for training and exercises.
3. Provide organizational structure, administrative oversight, and recruitment tools for volunteers. 
4. Facilitate and foster collaboration and a whole community approach to preparedness, response, and recovery for Deschutes County.
5. Provide education and outreach for community-based organizations and Deschutes County residents regarding public health issues, behavioral health issues, and general emergency preparedness.

What to Expect as a DCMRC Volunteer

Volunteers will participate in a variety of emergency and non-emergency operations.  Assignments can range from a few hours to multiple days, depending on the situation. As a volunteer, you will always be informed of the scope of the mission and have the right to accept or decline the assignment.  

Volunteers will also have opportunities to participate in trainings, exercises, and drills, in order to develop practical knowledge about the kinds of scenarios you may face in a disaster or emergency. 

How Do I Become a Member?

We encourage anyone interested in becoming a member of the Deschutes County Medical Reserve Corps to fill out this form.  Once we have received your form, we will contact you to discuss next steps.

For any questions, please email us at mrc@deschutes.org