CPR BTown

02/20/2026

COMING UP!

FREE Stop the Bleed workshop at the Monroe County Public Library (Indiana) Ellettsville branch, 5:15-6:30pm on Monday, March 2nd.

Participants will receive and be trained to use a bleeding control kit, including CAT tourniquet.

Pre-registration is required: https://forms.office.com/g/gwW6ykE8c8

Children are welcome but will need to be accompanied by an adult and should register individually (please be sure to indicate age on the registration form).

Questions? Reach out to Preparedness Coordinator Bryce Bookwalter at bbookwalter@co.monroe.in.us

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day!

02/10/2026

Only about 41% of people who experience cardiac arrest receive CPR from people nearby while waiting for emergency responders to arrive.

Be the person who helps save a life.

02/06/2026

About 70% of cardiac arrests that happen outside of a hospital happen at home.

CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a person’s chance of survival.

02/05/2026

Hoosier Hills Food Bank staff recently became CPR certified through CPR BTown thanks to funding from the Monroe County Council via the Sophia Travis Grant. 💙

Every day, Hoosier Hills Food Bank works to reduce hunger and improve lives across our community. By adding life-saving CPR skills to their work, their team is even better prepared to care for the people they serve—because access to food and access to safety both matter.

We’re grateful to the Monroe County Council for investing in prevention, preparedness, and people, and proud to support organizations whose missions center dignity, health, and community well-being.

02/03/2026

Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the world. Each year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital in the United States –and 90% of these are fatal. Immediate action from bystanders can significantly increase survival rates.

Take a class today to save a life!

01/25/2026

**OLD POST**

Sunday, Jan. 25
8:55 AM

A Travel Warning has been issued for Monroe County.

Road conditions continue to deteriorate and travel impacts are expected.

Refrain from all travel unless it is an emergency.

For road conditions, refer to 511in.org.

You can find other county travel statuses by going to https://www.in.gov/dhs/travel-advisory-map/.

Our office will continue to evaluate the conditions throughout this system.

The Travel Warning is expected to stay in place until road conditions are safe for travel. We will update the status when appropriate.

01/20/2026

The Monroe County Health Department is holding a free Stop the Bleed Training. Learn essential skills and receive a free tourniquet! Great refresher for those who've taken a First Aid/CPR course but want to grow and expand their understanding of emergency preparedness!

COMING UP:

Stop the Bleed Workshop
01/28/26 from 5:30-6:30pm
Monroe County Public Library, Southwest Branch

The #1 cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding - Learn how to control severe bleeding in an emergency situation. Participants will receive and be trained to use a bleeding control kit, including a CAT tourniquet.

*Free of charge, no prior medical training or experience necessary*

Register online at https://forms.office.com/g/Ki5PjiXyUH
Questions? Contact Bryce @ bbookwalter@co.monroe.in.us

01/10/2026

The New Year’s Resolution Wellness Fair is getting underway! Fair opens at 10a at The Warehouse located at 1525 S. Rogers St. See you there!

12/29/2025

Dry January is a great opportunity to press pause, reset, and take care of your heart ❤️

From all of us at CPR BTown, we support Dry January as a way to improve sleep, boost energy, lower blood pressure, and reduce heart-related risks. Small changes can make a big difference in your overall health—and your heart will thank you.

Whether you’re going alcohol-free for the month or just being more mindful, we’re cheering you on as you start the year strong and heart-smart.

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12/23/2025

🎄 Holiday Safety Tip from CPR BTown 🎄
If you have a real tree, keep it well-watered! A dry tree can become a serious fire risk. Checking the water daily is a simple step that helps keep your home and loved ones safe this holiday season. ❤️