INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

* American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles is offering free workshops to people interested in volunteering in times of disaster. In the San Fernando Valley, call (818) 376-1723; West Los Angeles, (310) 445-9949; East Los Angeles, (323) 780-7670; Inglewood, Burbank, Santa Clarita or the South Bay, (213) 739-4537.

* Glendale Adventist Medical Center needs volunteers to assist with patient care, child care and other areas. Training is provided. Call Liz Mirzaian or Gayneen Saul at (819) 409-8057 or e-mail volunteers@gamcpo.ah.org.

* Saddleback Memorial Medical Center in Laguna Hills needs volunteers for the Flo-Jo Memorial Half-Marathon and 5K, May 26-27. Assistance is needed in event setup, parking, course management and water distribution. Call (949) 452-3466 or go to www.flojorun.ocnow.com.

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Send health-related items to Health, Involvement Opportunities, Los Angeles Times, 202 W. 1st St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.