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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.

11/17/2025

Spread cheer and support Post 53 this holiday season!
When you order holiday cards and gifts from Minted using code FUNDRAISEDARIEN, you’ll receive 20% off your purchase and Minted will donate 10% back to Darien EMS Post 53.

It’s an easy way to support the volunteers who respond to our community’s 911 calls, 24/7, while checking off your holiday list.

Shop at minted.com and enter FUNDRAISEDARIEN at checkout.
🔗 Link in bio.

Thank you for helping us serve Darien all year long.

11/14/2025

We’d like to share this News 12 Connecticut story featuring last night’s Holiday Shopping Event at . Thank you to Nielsen’s, for the delicious food, the Darien High School Tudor Singers , , the many local businesses who donated raffle items, and the Darien community for your incredible support. Your generosity helps us continue serving Darien every day.

11/12/2025

Thanks to the incredible response from this community, our Post 53 partners, and generous raffle donors — online ticket sales are now closed!

A limited number of tickets will be available at the door (cash, check, or Venmo).

If you can’t attend but would still like to support Post 53, stop by Nielsen’s today or tomorrow to purchase raffle tickets or gift cards that count toward tomorrow’s 10% proceeds!

✨ Remember: 10% of all purchases tomorrow benefit Post 53!

11/11/2025

Thank you to the local businesses who have generously donated raffle prizes for the Nielsen’s Holiday Shopping Event. Their generosity will add to the fun of the evening and help raise additional support for Post 53’s life saving work in the Darien community.

Join us at Nielsen’s Florist and Garden Shop on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 5:30 to 8pm (with early access at 5pm for guests 65 and older) for holiday shopping, floral arranging demonstrations, live music, and a chance to win gifts from some of Darien’s favorite shops. Guests will receive a 10% discount on purchases, and 10% of sales from the event will benefit Post 53.

Follow and support these generous businesses:

Purchase your tickets here - https://www.eventzilla.net/e/holiday-shopping-happy-hour-nielsens-amp-post-53-event-2138680091

11/10/2025

Darien’s emergency medical service relies entirely on community support. In the past decade, Post 53 has seen a 15 percent rise in emergency calls, yet donations have only grown 4 percent. Your gift ensures our responders are ready when seconds count.

Donate at https://post53.org Thank you!

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11/05/2025

Don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the Nielsen’s Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 5:30–8 PM! (Early access at 5 PM for guests 65+)

Kick off the holiday season with wine, hors d’oeuvres from Michael Joseph’s Fine Foods, festive floral-arranging demos, live entertainment, and 10% off your purchases with 10% of all sales benefiting Post 53.

🎁 Plus, enter the raffle at the door to win amazing prizes from some of your favorite local businesses, including...

🌿 Two of Nielsen’s signature holiday planters
✨ Items & services from:
Michael Joseph’s
KVO Collections
Mahjong lessons with Christy Duggan
Shelby K. Smith Art
Everything is Rosey
Dr. Katie Wellness Insights
Nourish by Chef Lisa
The Salt Cave of Darien
J. McLaughlin
Sipstirs
Darien Butcher Shop
Spring Pilates
And more!

Join us for this festive community event in support of a great cause.
Tickets available at the link in bio.
🎟️Posties will be selling tickets THIS Saturday 11/8 from 1pm-4pm in front of Nielsen’s.

11/02/2025

When an emergency happens in Darien, Post 53 is there within minutes thanks to your support.

Our 2025 Annual Appeal has started arriving in mailboxes, and your gift helps keep our ambulances ready and our community safe.

💙 Please donate at post53.org/donate

11/01/2025

Hope everyone had a Happy Halloween! 🎃👻🍭
Last Sunday, we hosted our annual Haunted House at Post 53 headquarters — and it was a blast! From three levels of fright in the haunted house to kids’ games, face painting, ambulance tours, and more!
We’re so glad so many families could join in on the fun! If we didn’t see you there, we hope to see you at our annual Nielsen’s Holiday Shopping Event on 11/13.
See link in bio for tickets.

10/31/2025

🚨 Happy First Responder Friday! 🚨

This week’s spotlight is our one and only Vice President of Finance, Maddy Smaldon!

During her time at Post, Maddy has served as Assistant to Publicity, Officer of Interiors, and now, after being elected this past spring, holds one of our influential Elected Officer positions within the organization.

💭 Maddy’s advice for incoming Posties:

“Be grateful and enjoy it! Despite the time commitment it can take up in your life, it is all worth it. Post is such a unique experience, and it is important to stay grateful for this unique community. Make the most of your time here!”

🌟 Who inspires her:

“Every single member within Post 53. Everyone here motivates me to work hard and be my best. I have created some of my closest friendships in life from this organization and feel so supported by this community.”

🎉 Favorite Post tradition:

“Whenever a member accomplishes something big, they are acknowledged at our WNM and get to ‘ring the bell”! It makes you feel so special and recognized for your achievements and hard work!”

Maddy, we know that you’re destined to accomplish amazing things. Keep up the great work as VP Finance, and never doubt the star that you are🔥✨

10/28/2025

Kick off the holiday season at the Nielsen’s Holiday Shopping Event on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 5:30–8 PM (early access at 5 PM for guests 65+).

Enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres from Michael Joseph’s Fine Foods, festive floral-arranging demonstrations, live entertainment, and 10% off your purchases — with 10% of all sales benefiting Post 53.

Don’t miss the raffle, featuring great prizes including two of Nielsen’s signature holiday planters!

Come sip, shop, and celebrate the season with us!

Tickets available at link in bio.

10/17/2025

🚨 Happy First Responder Friday! 🚨
This week’s spotlight is none other than our incredible adult advisor — Thomas Ostberg!

Though Thomas graduated from Darien High School a few years ago, his inspiring presence at Post 53 remains as strong as ever.

During his time at Post, Thomas wore many hats: Audio/Visuals Officer, Supplies Officer and President.

*We asked Thomas what his favorite part of Post was: “The opportunity to serve our community as a young adult alongside lifelong friends.”

*How Post shaped his future: “Post teaches life lessons you can’t learn anywhere else at such a young age. The responsibility, both on and off the ambulance, shaped many of my leadership and life skills.”

*Thomas’ go-to shift snack? Entenmann’s Glazed Munchkins

*His advice for future Posties:

1.) Ground yourself in the mission and appreciate the weight of what you’re doing.

2.) Stay committed and show respect + compassion to your fellow Posties.

3.) Seek feedback and support — grow both on and off the ambulance.

Thank you, Thomas, for everything you’ve done — and continue to do — for Post 53. We’re so lucky to have you in our community. Wishing you the very best in all that lies ahead!

📸 The photo above shows Thomas on a ride-along with Boston MedFlight, where he continues to pursue his passion for emergency medicine.

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Address

0 Ledge Road
Darien, CT
06820

Telephone

+12036558980

Website

http://www.post53.org/

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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 basic life support coverage to the town of Darien, responding to over 1,700 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 50 Adult Advisors who volunteer innumerable hours providing high quality, professional EMS care to the community.