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American Lung Association In South Dakota
The mission of the American Lung Association is save lives by preventing lung disease and promoting lung health. Through education, advocacy and research we are fighting for air.
Description:
The American Lung Association of South Dakota is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit health organization. The American Lung Association's HelpLine 800.548.8252 is staffed with registered nurses and respiratory therapists available to answer questions on respiratory topics and help with smoking cessation counseling. Asthma 101 the Basics is a program to educate daycare providers about asthma so they are better prepared to deal with young children who have asthma. The American Lung Association is also a program partner of Asthma Camp to help kids ages 8-14 learn vital asthma management skills while participating in a camp-setting, many for the first time because of the limitations of asthma. Camp is a place of discovery and dreams where they can learn to live beyond the limits asthma has placed on their lives for far too long. Visit our website for additional information on programs and services of the American Lung Association of South Dakota.
History:
Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung Association today fights lung disease in all its forms. Today great strides are being made in the prevention of lung disease and the promotion of lung health. We are fighting for air.
Contact person: Linda Redder, Manager, Communications, Marketing & Special Events, (605) 336-7222, (email)
Office fax number: (605) 336-7227
Address:
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108 East 38th Street Suite 600Sioux Falls, SD 57105(See a map) |
Web Site: http://www.lungsd.org
Directions:
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We are half a block east of the intersection of Phillips Avenue and 38th Street. |
Miscellaneous Information
| Does this agency accept court-ordered community service? |
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No
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| Does this agency accept youth volunteers? |
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Yes
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| What is the minimum age to volunteer? |
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18
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| What is the standard minimum age requirement for youth volunteers? |
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18
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| Does this agency accept corporate group volunteers? |
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Yes
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| Do you have volunteer opportunities for families? |
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Yes
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| Does your agency accept youth groups that are supervised by adults? |
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Yes
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| Last updated on October 9, 2009 |
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