Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance CORPS.

09/26/2025

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Today, we pause to recognize National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Su***de Awareness Day.
We remember the EMS professionals we have lost, while raising awareness and reminding every warrior in uniform that help is always within reach.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out:

📱 Crisis Text Line: Text BLUE to 741741 for free, 24/7 confidential support.

☎️ National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org

🌐 1st Help: A searchable database of emotional, financial, and spiritual assistance for first responders: https://1sthelp.org

🧡 Warriors Heart: A private, accredited treatment program serving exclusively warriors, military, veterans, and first responders, who are struggling with addiction, PTSD, and other invisible wounds.
Call 855-610-1003 or visit warriorsheart.com

Thank you to First Help for continuing to lead the way in supporting our EMS professionals and first responders.

To all EMS warriors: you are never alone. Your life matters. 💜

***deAwarenessDay

09/23/2025

📣 Our Fall Education Conference is just around the corner—Friday, October 3rd at the Vernon Downs Casino Hotel!

We’re excited to announce that Kirby Black, MD will be presenting on Critical Care Transport Medications—a can’t-miss topic for providers looking to sharpen their skills.

🎟️ Spots are still available—register here: http://www.emsscanning.com/reg/registration.php?E_ID=477

09/22/2025

Join us for the event . We have been a part of this event from its inception . This is one you DON’T want to miss!

So much useful information So many give aways ! There is something for everyone

TOWN OF FORESTPORT’S 3RD ANNUAL
COMMUNITY EXPO IN CONJUNCTION WITH NATIONAL GRID
ON
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2025, 10AM-2PM

AT THE FORESTPORT TOWN OFFICES, 10275 STATE ROUTE 28,
FORESTPORT

SUNSET NURSING HOME & REHABILITATION, UNITED
WAY OF THE MOHAWK VALLEY, UPSTATE MOBILE
MAMMOGRAPHY,ONEIDA COUNTY EMERGENCY
SERVICES, STOP DWI, AMERICAN RED CROSS, THE
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, MVCAA,KINNEY DRUGS,
UCP TRAID, CCE- ENERGY HUB, WOODGATE FIRE DEPT.
FORESTPORT FIRE DEPT., CABVI, FIDELIS, 50 FORWARD
MV, SHERIFF’S DEPT, CAMP NAZARETH, EXCELLUS
BCBS, MVHS, ONEIDA COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS,
RCIL, NOEP, SNAP, ICAN, OLD FORGE AMBULANCE,
OFFICE FOR THE AGING, NY CONNECTS, MOHAWK
VALLEY HOUSING & HOMELESS COALITION, BASSETT
RESEARCH INSTITUTE, CENTER FOR FAMILY LIFE &
RECOVERY, ONEIDA COUNTY CLERK, MARY FINEGAN ,
DMV, ONEIDA COUNTY DEPT. OF MENTAL HEALTH,
ONEIDA COUNTY HISTORY CENTER,LIVING ADK, ALCES
CONSULTING, ACR HEALTH, NYS DEC FOREST
RANGERS, PULP, ST.PATRICK’S FOOD PANTRY, NYS
DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY& EMERGENCY
SERVICES, CITIZEN PREPAREDNESS, UNITED
HEALTHCARE, ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION , SOCIAL
SECURITY , HEALTHCARE FOR HOMELESS VETERANS
PROGRAM ROME VA , ONEIDA COUNTY HEALTHY DEPT.
MERCY FLIGHT will be bringing the helicopter with
weather permitting. Subs from Campbell’s- sponsored
by the Town of Forestport

09/21/2025

Shout it to Adirondack Pizzeria for donating pizza to our event yesterday. It was amazing. Please support this local business.

09/20/2025

Come play with our virtual reality headsets. No experience necessary We will talk you through it

Nia will teach you hands only cpr I challenge you to a race! Come get a prize

09/20/2025

Today is the Day!!

12-3 at 2946 State Route 28.

•Want to practice your CPR Skills?

•Introduce yourself or your children to
the medical field ?

• Try out all our new training equipment
made possible through a grant .
Hands on!

•Check out our new Building Project?

• Learn how to become part of our
organization?

• Have a complimentary hotdog and
hang out with the cool kids?

Come on down! We look forward to seeing you .

09/18/2025

Join us Saturday September 20, 2025 for an open house at 2946 State Route 28 12:00-3:00.

Come see the one and only Nia Tormey for hands only CPR/Narcan training and make sure to check out our new state of the art training equipment!

While you’re here, make sure to check out the progress of our new building.

This is a family event! Come have lunch with us. Hot dogs and soda provided.

Stay tuned for more updates on our event!!

09/16/2025

Ever wonder how we train? We use many different methods from classroom time, specialty manikins , and our new state of the art virtual reality headsets.

Come to 2946 State Route 28 this Saturday (September 20th) and see and try out our equipment. No experience necessary !

Serving free hotdogs and cold drinks.

Hope to see you there 12:00- 3:00

09/15/2025

Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC)

Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance CORPS. will be hosting a Emergency Pediatric Care (NAEMT EPC) Class next Month

📅 Date: Friday October 10th and Saturday October 11th
🕔 Time: 9am to 5pm both days
📍 Location: Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance Corps
2946 NY-28, Old Forge, NY 13420

Cost of the class is covered by grant fund so registration is limited.

The Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) course focuses on critical pediatric physiology, illnesses, injuries and interventions to help EMS practitioners provide the best treatment for sick and injured children in the field. The course stresses critical thinking skills to help practitioners make the best decisions for their young patients.

EPC is appropriate for EMTs, paramedics, emergency medical responders, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians.

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08/25/2025

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Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers are invited to join in a fun train ride from Thendara Station aboard vintage train coaches. The train ride is free, but registration is required by August 28. See flyer for full details.

08/25/2025

We would like to thank Fulton Chain Craft Brewery , the Staskiewicz Family, The Mathy Family , and the Gardner Family for the fundraising event they held at the brewery this past Saturday . Words cannot describe our gratitude .

The event raised $3717.00 for our Building Fund !