After the devastation that Hurricane Sandy caused, people are all lending a helping hand to those in need. The Coast Guard rescuers were quickly on the scene to help people to safety and secure the waterways.
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The Heart of Home: A Note From Homesessive
by Homesessive
Hurricane Sandy has broken power lines, crippled transportation, and devastated homes. But there is one thing it hasn’t destroyed--the charity of the home. An abundance of extended hands has proven the spirit of this region in a desperate time of need. Homesessive’s thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy during this difficult time.
The outpouring of compassion from not only civil servants, but also neighbors and even strangers is overwhelming. We’ve witnessed the power of those who’ve opened their home to a neighbor in his or her time of need. Neighbors have been opening their doors for others, offering warm meals and hot showers. Additionally, those with electricity are making their power accessible to the public. Whether big or small, the size of the gestures is not what has mattered, but the effort to make one’s home a place for others has made this a remarkable event. Many have stood in the face of this disaster and risen above to celebrate unity and a little Halloween spirit along the way.
We applaud all those men and women serving around the clock saving lives and keeping the feeling of home alive. Recovering from the physical and emotional damage of this destruction will take time, but with the stories we’ve come across, we have hope for a bright future.
View the slideshow above for inspirational stories and helpful initiatives in this time of recovery.
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In hopes of aiding those in need, Occupy Sandy has been formed. This is an organization of people dedicated to doing anything they can to help in any way they can. From distributing resources to volunteering to implement aid and create hubs in neighborhoods, this coalition of people is there to make a difference.
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Not only has the flooding put many people in danger, it has also put many animals at risk. Animal rescuers have worked hard to help save pets from awful conditions.
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Occupy networks around the area have organized to meet emergency needs after the chaos of Hurricane Sandy. Their mutual aid efforts work to advocate for financial donations, volunteer opportunities, and emergency shelter locations.
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There is no denying how remarkably well our country has united after the devastation. Occupy Sandy has a group of volunteers working to help those still stuck in flooding conditions.
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Some Long Island City residents attempted to keep their spirits in tact by still enjoying Halloween. Neighbors marched with trick-or-treaters to help keep the fun alive.
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Along with trick or treating, residents of New York City kept a positive outlook by carving pumpkins and dressing up. A little laughter and frighteningly fun costumes was just the thing for New Yorkers to band together and enjoy the heart of home.
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Organizations like the Salvation Army and the American Red Cross are doing their part to help those in need.
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Restaurants were destroyed along with homes due to the storm. Here are six things you can do right now to help restaurant owners get back on their feet.
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Lonestar Taco in Lower Manhattan gave out free tacos for residents desperate for food.
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One charitable resident in Manhattan has opened his apartment in Hell's Kitchen for those who are in need of electricity.
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The Red Cross has also set up a website to help loved ones reach friends and family to assure that they are safe.
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Office Depot is one of the many establishments that have offered a helping hand to those families in need.
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An off-duty NYPD officer lost his life saving his family from the danger of Hurricane Sandy. Friends and family morn the loss, but honor the man who risked so much for those he loved.
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All the way from the Virginia, the Pentagon is sending in help for those trapped in the metropolitan area. They are planning to fly 17 aircrafts to New York equipped with power generation equipment.
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Food is being made available in Jersey City in several locations to give those without power meals to fight their hunger.
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Brightbox charging stations have been made available at 28th Street and 5th Avenue.
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Artists including Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi and Christina Aguilera are uniting to perform a live concert to benefit the victims of Hurricane Sandy.
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