Emergency Disaster Services
Contact: John Hagelberger
Phone: (716) 888-6206
Email: John_Hagelberger@use.salvationarmy.org
Hours of Operation: Available 24/7
The Salvation Army's Emergency Canteen is involved in a unique partnership with the City of Buffalo, linking residents with information regarding the Army's beliefs, mission and services while helping to improve our community during times of crisis.
The Emergency Canteen is on 24-hour standby and may be found at major fires, Hazmat incidents and other disasters (blizzards, flooding, power-outages), distributing food, on-the-spot meals, beverages and other essentials to firemen and emergency personnel, as well as to disaster victims. Food items most frequently served include coffee, hot chocolate, soup, cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries and hot meals as requested. Gloves, blankets, socks and clothing are non-food items that are also available for distribution.
In addition to meeting the physical needs of the disaster victims and emergency personnel, Canteen officers and volunteers provide emotional and spiritual care. Through the Ministry of Presence and CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management), the Canteen staff offers counseling and spiritual assistance, while further linking The Salvation Army to the community. Meeting basic needs and healing hurts remains our mission.
