Shaker Heights is beginning to train a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The CERT Program is sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security, and is partnered with Citizen Corps. These teams make a difference in cities all across the nation, and there are several active groups throughout Cuyahoga County. 

CERT members are trained in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. They then serve a vital role in the community, educating their neighbors about disaster preparedness and assisting response teams in the event of an emergency. 

All members of the Shaker Heights CERT Team have been issued an identification badge with their picture, such as the one listed here:

Become a CERT member:

Download a copy of the Volunteer application. You may also e-mail your application*, by saving it to your computer and attaching it to your e-mail.

There will be a class coming in the Fall 2008 beginning September 16th. For more information please call the Health Department or e-mail, fax, or mail your application to the address below.

The application form and/or your resume can be e-mailed, faxed to 216-491-1439, or mailed to:

 Health Department
City of Shaker Heights
3400 Lee Road
Shaker Heights, OH 44120

*If you are unable to enter information directly onto the form, click here for instructions.