Update: just to keep our community posted, the AED located at the Family Resource Centre is still out of action but we will update when it is back in use. Thank you for your understanding and patience, we hope to have it ready for public use very soon! - Newbridge Community First Responders 💚 #cfr #aed #newbridge #kildare #helpinghands #lifesavingskills
Behind every emergency call is a team that trains hard to be ready. 🚨💚 During the week, the Newbridge Community First Responders took part in real-life scenario training – simulating the kinds of life-threatening medical emergencies we respond to in our community. From cardiac arrests to choking incidents, every second counts – and that’s why we train like it’s real. Because one day, it will be. #TrainToSaveLives #NewbridgeCFR #CommunityFirstResponders #LifesavingSkills #CPRReady #EmergencyResponse #preparedtorespond
A huge thank you to the teachers and parents at Athgarvan National School for welcoming us into the school! 🏫💚 It was a pleasure for the Newbridge Community First Responders to demonstrate lifesaving CPR skills and raise awareness! We’re especially grateful for your kind donation – your support helps us continue our work in the community. 🙌🚑 #ThankYou #NewbridgeCFR #CommunitySupport #CPRSavesLives #AthgarvanNS #HeartSafeCommunity
Update: just to keep our community posted, the AED located at the Family Resource Centre is still out of action but we will update when it is back in use. Thank you for your understanding and patience, we hope to have it ready for public use very soon!
- Newbridge Community First Responders 💚 #cfr #aed #newbridge #kildare #helpinghands #lifesavingskills
Behind every emergency call is a team that trains hard to be ready. 🚨💚
During the week, the Newbridge Community First Responders took part in real-life scenario training – simulating the kinds of life-threatening medical emergencies we respond to in our community.
From cardiac arrests to choking incidents, every second counts – and that’s why we train like it’s real. Because one day, it will be.
#TrainToSaveLives #NewbridgeCFR #CommunityFirstResponders #LifesavingSkills #CPRReady #EmergencyResponse #preparedtorespond
🚨 NOTICE 🚨
The AED located at the Family Resource Centre is currently out of use. Please do not rely on this device in the event of an emergency.
We will provide an update as soon as it is back in service.
Thank you for your understanding.
— Newbridge Community First Responders 💚
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What We Do
We provide life saving support to people experiencing Chest Pain, Cardiac Arrest, Choking or Stroke symptoms in Newbridge Co Kildare. We aim is to reach a potential life threatening emergency in the first vital minutes before the ambulance crew arrives. If you call 999/112 on certain emergencies we potentially will be the ones arriving first.
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops pumping. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. Cardiac arrests are caused by certain types of arrhythmias that prevent the heart from pumping blood.
Heart Attack
A heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction, happens when a part of the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood. The more time that passes without treatment to restore blood flow, the greater the damage to the heart muscle. You may feel chest pain or other symptoms. Get checked out if you experience any chest pain!
Choking
Choking happens when an object lodges in the throat or windpipe blocking the flow of air. In adults, a piece of food is usually to blame. Young children often choke on small objects. Choking is life-threatening. It cuts off oxygen to the brain.
We are from Newbridge
We are Volunteers “on call” who live in the locality. We are your neighbours and work colleagues.We are trained and certified in the provision of CPR and other life-saving measures. We provide support to those people experiencing Chest Pain, Cardiac Arrest, Choking or Stroke symptoms.
Join Newbridge CFR – Make a Real Difference
The Newbridge CFR Group is currently seeking compassionate, calm, and committed individuals to join our volunteer team of Community First Responders.
No prior medical experience? No problem — full training is provided. All you need is a willingness to help and a little of your time.
Take the first step: download our Expression of Interest Form and start your journey today.
First Responders can make all the difference when an out of hospital cardiac arrest occurs
“First Responders defibrillated 198 patients, of whom 54 survived (27.8%). This achievement emphasises the importance of these groups of responders and provides valuable evidence for their impact within the community.”
Professor Conor Deasy, Chair of the Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Register
Chain of Survival
The chain of survival refers to a series of actions that, when put into motion, reduce the mortality associated with cardiac arrest. Like any chain, the chain of survival is only as strong as its weakest link. The four interdependent links in the chain of survival are early access, early CPR, early defibrillation, and early advanced cardiac life support.
Early recognition
Early recognition of a cardiac arrest, calling 112 or 999 immediately to have support through the resuscitation
Start Immediate CPR
Start Immediate CPR (the 112 or 999 call taker will support you in delivering effective CPR)
Early AED
Use
Early AED use (Emergency Ambulance Services will help you find where the nearest AED is located to the patient)
Early Advanced Care
Effective pre hospital emergency care support and post resuscitation care.
What else Newbridge First Responders do?
Who are we?
A Community First Responder is a member of the public who volunteers to help their community by responding to medical emergencies while the ambulance is on its way.
We help maintaining our community AEDs
We regularly check if our AEDs and all necessary medical prep kit parts are at perfect order (gloves, razor, breathing mask)
as well as inspecting the AED for signs of damage and wear.
We train. A lot!
Training consists of cardiac arrest management including CPR and AED usage, Stroke and Heart attack assessment and treatment and relief of choking. Training covers all essential elements effectively operate as a CFR with additional training options available
What can we do in a call?
After arriving at the scene our First Responders will be;
Clearing and controlling the airway of an unconscious patient.
Providing resuscitation and defibrillation.
Making them feel more comfortable and at ease.
Taking basic observations.
Reassuring worried relatives and taking charge of the situation.
Using local knowledge to ensure that the Ambulance can find the location quickly.
We need your donation!
Every single Euro donated is important. We are volunteers. Your donation will be used to buy Pads for the Defibrillators, Medicine, Training Equipment and other Vital Equipment. If you can donate, simply scan the QR code above and enter the amount you want to donate.