Davistown Progress Association (DPA) has been awarded $1,000 through the Federal Government’s 2022-23 Volunteer Grants to provide nationally accredited St John’s Ambulance First Aid training for its members and teach them how to use its Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in emergency situations.
Member for Robertson Gordon Reid recently met with Association members and President Jenny McCulla.
“The Davistown Progress Association does amazing work supporting the communities of Davistown, Saratoga, and Yattalunga,” Reid said.
“It is critical that (members of) the community understand how to properly use AEDs in emergency situations, as well as provide first aid.
“This training will ensure members of the DPA are able to respond in these circumstances.”
McCulla said 18 members of the Association would receive first aid and AED training in the Davistown Progress Hall thanks to the funding.
“This training will ensure our members can confidently respond during emergencies before the arrival of an ambulance,” she said.
“These skills will be invaluable and help safeguard the health of our community.”
Davistown Progress Association is always looking for new members to assist with volunteering activities and market days.
To get involved and to become a member, contact 0415 991 461 or email davistown.progress@gmail.com
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Member for Robertson Gordon Reid