How to help in the aftermath of Sandy

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Several good ideas at this link. Remember that help isn't needed just right now, but for weeks to come.


http://www.theatlanticwire.com/national/2012/10/how-help-aftermath-sandy/58506/

f you're lucky, you've emerged from Hurricane Sandy's siege on the U.S. Northeast without much, or any damage; if you're really lucky, you're just sitting around with Internet and power and food but nowhere to go because of possible trees down and other weather debris, and in New York City, at least, the subway is likely to be down for several days. (Limited bus service in the city will be back as of 5 p.m. tonight, and it's free, per NY1.) A lot of us for whom the big impact is past—and keep in mind: in other places, she's only beginning—want to help, but what to do, without getting in the way? We've compiled some options for you.
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Register to volunteer. According to NYCService.org's Facebook page, "there will be various ways to volunteer to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy." They ask people to email [e-mail] with their names, email contacts, and boroughs. "There will be ways to volunteer today and over the next week as opportunities arise," they explain. Mayor Bloomberg concurs:
(clip)You can also go to NYCService.org and register yourself or your organization to get available volunteer opportunities in the area, and you can follow NYCService.org on Twitter, too. Public advocate Bill De Blasio is collecting names of volunteers who want to help, as well:

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