given immediate assistance with temporary housing and other tangible resources such as clothing and furniture. DCLTRG has partnered with several agencies and organizations to effectively serve the public. Harvest Hope Food Bank, Palmetto Disaster Recovery, South Carolina Disaster Recovery, Rali Dillon, Northeastern Rural Health Network, and South Carolina Association of Habitat for Humanity are a few. DCLTRG partnered with Pee Dee Community Action Partnership's Whittaker Head Start Center to disburse necessities for students and teachers alike. Nutritional drinks, first aid kits, cleaning supplies, and incontinence products have been furnished in ongoing joint ventures with local nursing homes, assisted living centers, Counsel on Aging, and the Dillon County Free Medical Clinic. Meals have been given to patients of CareSouth Carolina that lack transportation. In response to COVID-19, Dillon County LTRG has distributed Pandemic Flu Kits, masks, hand sanitizer, and other emergency supplies to those in need. "Since March 10, 2020, we have distributed approximately 122,000 pounds of food.” Kenneth continues, “As the uncertainty of COVID-19 intensifies, we will continue to come alongside our community with essential items and resources. DCLTRG recently announced membership with Eastern Response and Recovery. We look forward to supporting the citizens in Dillon County and throughout the East Coast by providing readiness, relief, and recovery before, during, and after a disaster.” For more information or to see how you can help take part in DCLTRG, call (843) 621-6626 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm or visit them online at www.dilloncountyltrg. org. You can also follow them on Facebook at Dillon County Long Term Recovery Group.
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