Darien EMS - Post 53

Darien EMS - Post 53 Since 1970, Darien EMS-Post 53 has provided the town of Darien, Connecticut with high-quality emerge

Darien EMS - Post 53, founded by Bud Doble to provide his son and his friends with first-hand experience regarding the dangers of drugs and alcohol, now provides 24/7 intermediate life support coverage to the town of Darien, responding to over 1,500 emergencies each year. Beginning with a first-aid tent and a converted telephone van as an ambulance, Post 53 currently operates with three ambulances

and two flycars. The membership consists of more than 80 young adults and 30 Adult Advisors who volunteer innumerable hours providing high quality, professional EMS care to the community.

*Featured Auction Item* Want your child to experience what it’s like to be a “Postie”? Bid now for the chance to ride in...
05/19/2026

*Featured Auction Item* Want your child to experience what it’s like to be a “Postie”? Bid now for the chance to ride in a Post 53 ambulance during the Darien Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25 at 10am.

⚠️ Important: Bidding for this item only closes on Sunday, May 24 at 12pm. One winning bidder will be selected.

Bid now at givebutter.com/c/foodfair26/auction. Thank you to our premier auction sponsor Darien Sport Shop!

Get ready to bid for a great cause at this year’s Memorial Day Food Fair Silent Auction, proudly sponsored by Darien Spo...
05/19/2026

Get ready to bid for a great cause at this year’s Memorial Day Food Fair Silent Auction, proudly sponsored by Darien Sport Shop Bidding is now LIVE!

This year’s auction features an exciting lineup of items and experiences, including a Park City, Utah condo stay, New York Giants tickets, Mets vs. Red Sox tickets, golf packages, mahjong packages, jewelry from KVO Collections, a ride in a Post 53 ambulance during the Darien Memorial Day Parade, and more.
Browse auction items and place your bids online at givebutter.com/c/foodfair26/auction.

Join us Monday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tilley Pond Park following the Darien Memorial Day Parade for food trucks, kids’ games, ambulance tours, live entertainment, our Boat Raffle, silent auction, and more.

Special thanks to Hollow Tree Self Storage & Wine Vault, Ring’s End Darien, Three Keys Team at Houlihan Lawrence, Darien Sport Shop, and Boats Inc. for helping make this year’s Food Fair possible.

All proceeds benefit Darien EMS–Post 53 and help ensure our EMTs have the training and resources they need to serve the community.

Boat raffle and Food Fair tickets available at givebutter.com/post53boat.

05/18/2026

WIN A NEW PARKER 18SE!

We are less than one week away from the annual Memorial Day Food Fair, and we are almost halfway to our goal of selling 1,000 boat raffle tickets!

Don't miss your chance to win a brand-new 18’ Parker Center Console, fully equipped with a Yamaha outboard engine, electronic package, and a trailer—a total retail value of over $60,000!

How to Enter:

Tickets: $50 each
Buy Here: givebutter.com/post53boat (Link also in bio!)
Drawing Date: Monday, May 25th, 2026 (Winner does not need to be present)

Why it matters:
100% of the proceeds benefit Darien EMS – Post 53. Every single ticket helps support our organization and the 24/7 emergency medical services our incredible high school students and adult volunteers provide to the Darien community.

Come see us at Tilley Pond Park on Monday, May 25th from 11 AM – 2 PM for food, games, ambulance tours, and the big drawing! Support a life-saving mission and you could be heading into summer with a brand-new Parker!

A huge thank you to the sponsors helping make this year’s Memorial Day Food Fair possible!We’re grateful for the support...
05/07/2026

A huge thank you to the sponsors helping make this year’s Memorial Day Food Fair possible!

We’re grateful for the support of Hollow Tree Self Storage & Wine Vault, Ring’s End Darien, Three Keys Team at Houlihan Lawrence (Ellen McCue, Ariana O’Malley, and Shelley Sheridan), Darien Sport Shop, sponsor of our silent auction, and Boats Inc., which generously donated the Parker 18SE center console featured in this year’s Boat Raffle.

Join us Monday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tilley Pond Park following the Darien Memorial Day Parade for food trucks, kids’ games, ambulance tours, live entertainment, a silent auction, and more.

This year’s silent auction features exciting items including a Park City, Utah condo stay, New York Giants tickets, Mets vs. Red Sox tickets, golf packages, mahjong packages, jewelry from KVO Collections, and more.

The event will also feature a Boat Raffle offering the chance to win a fully equipped Parker 18SE center console with trailer, valued at more than $60,000 and generously donated by Boats Inc.

All proceeds benefit Darien EMS–Post 53 and help ensure our EMTs have the training and resources they need to serve the community.

Boat raffle and Food Fair tickets available at https://givebutter.com/post53boat

05/02/2026

WIN A NEW PARKER 18SE!
Get your tickets for a chance to win a brand-new 18’ Parker with a 115hp YAMAHA Engine and a Trailer — a total value of over $60,000!

How to Enter:
Tickets: $50 each
Buy Here: givebutter.com/post53boat (Link also in bio!)
Drawing Date: May 25th, 2026 (Winner does not need to be present)

Why it matters:
100% of the proceeds benefit Darien EMS – Post 53. This incredible non-profit relies on highly trained Darien High School students and adult advisors to provide 24/7 emergency ambulance services to the Darien community.
Support a life-saving mission and potentially head into summer with a brand-new Parker!

This week, we have a very special spotlight, shining on Post’s only pair of twins: seniors Marin and Stella Nehro! 🚑🎉🩺...
04/24/2026

This week, we have a very special spotlight, shining on Post’s only pair of twins: seniors Marin and Stella Nehro! 🚑🎉

🩺 Marin & Stella’s past roles within Post:
Kitchens Officer (Marin) and Uniforms Officer (Stella)

📚 One life lesson they’ve learned from Post:
“Believe in yourself no matter what anyone else says! Trust in yourself and your skills.”

3️⃣ Marin & Stella describe Post in 3 words:
“Opportunity for growth”

🚨 Favorite skill learned from Post:
“A favorite skill we’ve learned is staying calm in stressful situations and working as effective team members.”

💬 Anything else from Marin & Stella:
“I couldn’t have done it without my sister!”

Marin and Stella, your teamwork, dedication, and support for each other make such a meaningful impact on Post. You both bring so much strength to the team, and it does not go unnoticed—we’re grateful to have you! 💙

The application for the 2026 First Aid Class is now live! It is open for all current 8th graders interested in joining P...
04/24/2026

The application for the 2026 First Aid Class is now live! It is open for all current 8th graders interested in joining Post 53. All students have from now until May 11th to complete the application. Link in bio! 🚨🚑‼️

This week, our sophomores and their three adult classmates, celebrated their graduation from EMT class. This course comb...
04/24/2026

This week, our sophomores and their three adult classmates, celebrated their graduation from EMT class. This course combines over 180 hours of classroom learning, hands-on skills training and hard work throughout the school year. We are so proud of our new EMTs! Best of luck to all of them as they start this new chapter of their Post career, we know they will do amazing things! ⭐️🚑🎓👏🏼

04/20/2026

Thank you to Boats Inc. for donating this boat to be raffled in support of Post 53. Get your tickets at givebutter.com/post53boat and join us at the Memorial Day Food Fair on May 25 from 11am-2pm at Tilley Pond Park where the winner will be drawn!

This week’s spotlight shines on our remarkable Adult Advisor, Emily Findlan! 🚑❤️⏳ Years involved with Post:2 years🤝Why...
04/17/2026

This week’s spotlight shines on our remarkable Adult Advisor, Emily Findlan! 🚑❤️

⏳ Years involved with Post:
2 years

🤝Why Emily joined Post:
“When I was about 6 or 7, my parents brought me to the Memorial Day parade where I saw the inside of an ambulance, and it sparked my love for healthcare! I eventually joined Post as an adult because I wanted to give back to the town that has done so much for me. I love interacting with the community!”

🚨Putting EMT skills into action:
“Yes! After being on a flight where there was a medical emergency, I relied on my EMT skills and knowledge to assess the situation and patient.”

💡 Most important thing Emily has learned at Post:
“The people who work here truly care about what they do- it’s incredibly inspiring. They also care about each other like family”

💬 Most memorable interaction with Posties:
“My first time being on call as a rider, many of the Posties were so helpful and supportive! I was so nervous, but they helped me through it.”

🤍 Emily’s favorite thing about Post:
“Anyone who walks into Post or is cared for by Post is greeted with kindness. Every teen inspires me every day with how much knowledge and effort they put into Post and school, it’s crazy how much I learn from them!”

Thank you, Emily, for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to both Post and the community. Your passion for giving back and supporting others makes such a lasting impact- we’re so lucky to have you! 💙🤩

This week’s spotlight shines on our newly elected Vice President of Finance, Jackson Philip! 🚑🥳🩺 Jackson’s past office...
04/10/2026

This week’s spotlight shines on our newly elected Vice President of Finance, Jackson Philip! 🚑🥳

🩺 Jackson’s past offices and roles within Post:
Assistant to Exteriors, Buildings and Grounds Officer, Vice President of Finance

📚 One life lesson Jackson learned from Post:
“I would say the greatest life lesson I learned during my time in Post would be communication. Whether it is in leadership around the building or going on stressful calls where every second matters, learning to communicate with partners and crews is crucial.”

💪 Jackson describes Post in 3 words:
Family. Commitment. Accountability.

🚨 Favorite skill learned from Post:
“The most important skill I’ve learned from Post is staying calm under pressure. On calls where everything is moving fast and the situation is unpredictable, being able to slow things down mentally, focus on what matters, and make clear decisions is critical. It’s not just important for patient care, but it also helps your crew stay composed and work effectively as a team.”

🔔 Anything else from Jackson:
“Hey 8th graders, sign up for the First Aid Class!!”

Thank you, Jackson, for your commitment to Post 53 and for inspiring all of us! Keep up the great work! 💙

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0 Ledge Road
Darien, CT
06820

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+12036558980

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