Consumer Booklets Help Readers Cope With Crisis

Times of crisis can lead to a lot of questions and many concerns.  This is especially true for the national tragedy that occurred on September 11. To help you and your family during this difficult time, the Federal Consumer Information Center offers information on topics such as donating blood, traveling safely, helping children cope with disaster, displaying the US flag, dealing with job loss, and more.

To learn more, visit the Federal Consumer Information’s website, www.pueblo.gsa.gov.  There are hundreds of publications to answer your questions about the federal government and everyday consumer issues.  The site also features links to federal, state, and local government offices and other government resources.

Some publications available from FCIC include:

 * Helping Children Cope with Disaster (Item 312G, 50¢). 

 * Being a Blood Donor (Item 634H, free).

 * Pension and Health Care Coverage—Questions and Answers for Dislocated Workers (Item 628H, free).

 * Fly Smart (Item 590H, free).

 * Catch the Spirit: A Student’s Guide to Community Service (Item 501H, free).

 * U.S. Savings Bonds (Item 373H, 50¢).

 * Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit (Item 364H, 50¢).

 * My History is America’s History (Item 200F, $3.75).

 * My History is America’s History Poster (Item 360H, 50¢).

 * Travel Smart (Item 356H, 50¢).

 * Our Flag (Item 143H, $3.00).

 * Your Trip Abroad (Item 140H, $1.75).

 * Fly Rights (Item 134H, $2.00).

These publications are free online at www.pueblo.gsa.gov/crisis.htm.  To order copies of these publications, call toll-free 888-8-PUEBLO (888-878-3256), weekdays 9 am to 8 pm ET and ask for the item number listed.  Or send your name, address, and the publication’s item number to the Federal Consumer Information Center, Pueblo, CO 81009.