The United Way of Johnson County will hold two training sessions for community members interested in volunteering at the Emergency Center during times of disaster.

The Emergency Volunteer Center provides a central location to organize community needs and volunteers in order to respond quickly and efficiently during disaster recovery.

Participants can attend one of two training sessions which will be held at 9 a.m. on October 23 and October 24 to be qualified as an affiliated Disaster Volunteer. Once training is completed, volunteers serve a one year commitment to volunteering if a disaster occurs.

— by Michelle Boryca