2026 Orange County Ready Responder Cohort Schedule

As part of the cohort, you will join a growing network committed to strengthening community preparedness. The program is delivered through a hybrid model that includes self-paced online learning, live virtual check-ins, and in-person, hands-on training sessions. This approach fosters collaboration, confidence, and real-world readiness—ensuring no one responds alone. As a member of the Orange County Ready Responder Cohort, you will be participating in a hybrid disaster response training program designed for everyday people ready to step up. Begin with completing Collaborative Volunteer Disaster Credentials Level 1,2,3 through the link below: http://www.readyresponderhub.org

Orange County Ready Responder Cohort Schedule

04/15 In-Person Ready Responder Cohort Kick off 6pm-8:30pm – 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen NY 10924. Classroom 1. Register Here:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019cf798506f7924969e2bb5cfd2cd72

04/22 Zoom Cohort Check in 12pm-1pm via Zoom: Virtual
A virtual touchpoint for participants to share progress, ask questions, and stay connected as a cohort. Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81185782559?pwd=VW5h6saVaFfA7Za96COVbCR8W64o5b.1

05/06 Zoom Cohort Check in 12pm-1pm via Zoom: Virtual
A virtual touchpoint for participants to share progress, ask questions, and stay connected as a cohort. Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81692531244?pwd=Z5SSiH6KmiDIXH1ZNcUgMR2RBSoi6D.1

05/20 Hands on PPE Donning and Doffing Exercise 6pm-8:30pm In person 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen NY 10924. Classroom 1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Donning and Doffing Exercise. This is your chance to get hands-on with the real gear used in disaster response — exploring different types of Personal Protective Equipment and learning how to properly put on and remove each one like the pros.
Register Here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d2b26c1d5785b96e9c3ab752aa46c

06/03 Zoom Cohort Check in 12pm – 1pm via Zoom: Virtual
A virtual touchpoint for participants to share progress, ask questions, and stay connected as a cohort. Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85953532117?pwd=ZSvTm2hV9hWoVbQ2yPmnaBgsM7cszr.1

06/17 Hands on CPR and Stop the Bleed Exercise 6pm – 8:30pm – In person 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen NY 10924. Classroom 1. During this exercise participants that have completed the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Training on http://www.readyresponderhub.org will learn compression only CPR and Stop the Bleed, two of the most critical lifesaving skills. Register Here:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d2b2d8f9979febb253fede356c15b

07/01 Zoom Cohort Check in 12:00 pm-1pm via Zoom – Virtual
A virtual touchpoint for participants to share progress, ask questions, and stay connected as a cohort. Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82740745024?pwd=n8tD9NfxYPqKqpezsNsHbacBbjKM1K.1

07/15 Emotional Resiliency and Compassionate Listening skills – Exercise 6pm-8:30pm In person 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen NY 10924. Classroom 1.
During this in Person role play exercise participants that have completed the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Training on http://www.readyresponderhub.org will apply what they have learned online to a realistic roleplay exercise to practice their Emotional Resiliency and Compassionate Listening skills to support disaster survivors. This serious but fun interactive exercise is critical to helping survivors cope with the trauma of disasters. Register Here:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d02731e1d717489af7ed384665c56

08/05 Zoom Cohort Check in 12:00 pm – 1pm via Zoom: Virtual A virtual touchpoint for participants to share progress, ask questions, and stay connected as a cohort. Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86382702410?pwd=iRWWsPDF98rHvIQUbsQevWhFoYylYz.1

08/19 Volunteer Placement & Planning – 6pm-8:30pm In person 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen NY 10924. Classroom 1. During this In Person planning session, participants that have completed the Collaborative Disaster Volunteer Credential Training on http://www.readyresponderhub.orgwill apply what they have learned online to develop their own Ready Responder Response Plan. Whether you are a family team, community-based group, or a faith-based group, having a plan to respond will guide the safety and success of your response efforts. Register Here:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d02859c9b7a3081c8bd421f4dda34