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COMMUNITY
EDUCATION
Rural/Metro is committed to improving the health and
safety of our community through our extensive Community Education program. Each
year, the Community Education Team visits hundreds of schools, day care centers,
festivals, nursing homes and other organizations to provide health and safety
education and assistance. Non-profit organizations in the City of Rochester can
benefit from Rural/Metro’s Community Education programs for free; other
organizations may be charged a nominal fee to cover the cost of staffing.
Call Community Relations Coordinator John Halldow 530-1210
to schedule any one of the following programs:
- Blood
Pressure Screenings: Rural/Metro EMTs and paramedics
often visit health fairs and community festivals to provide free blood
pressure checks.
- Amby
the Ambulance: Amby is a robotic ambulance that, with
the help of a Community Education team member, gives 3-7 year olds
health and safety messages while entertaining them.
- Child
Car Seat Safety Inspections: Several members of
Rural/Metro’s Community Education Team have been certified by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as car seat
safety technicians. National statistics suggest that a majority of
child safety seats are improperly used or installed, despite the best
parental intentions. Rural/Metro can provide on-site safety
inspections for groups; additionally, we provide regular car seat
inspections (in conjunction with Action for a Better Community’s
Head Start Program) every third Wednesday of the month from 9:00
a.m.-3:00 p.m. Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made
by calling 530-1210.
Car seat technicians can also provide an awareness program for
parents, public safety officers or child care workers to educate them on
the variety of issues involved with car seat safety, from appropriate
installation to preferred makes and models. Programs can be adapted to
meet the audience and time requirements.
- Amby’s
Safety Zone: At large events where the problem of lost
children is a concern, Rural/Metro will bring an ambulance, posters
and ID tags directing children to this safe area. Amby is a recognized
symbol of safety for children, who can feel comfortable while their
parents are being located.
- Scout
First Aid: Rural/Metro is certified by the American
Heart Association and the American Red Cross to provide education and
training. Boy or Girl Scout troups can visit Rural/Metro for a tour
and First Aid training session; or a paramedic or EMT can provide the
training at the troup meeting place.
- Think
First! Think First is a community education program
designed to reduce risky behavior in children. Programs
are offered, one for 3rd-6th graders. Sessions focus on a wide range of topics, from helmet usage
Pedestrian Safety.
- Playground
Safety Inspections: The Community Education Team will
visit organizations with new or old playgrounds to evaluate the safety
of the equipment, grounds and surroundings. In addition, they will
provide monitoring tips for children, parents or staff to decrease the
likelihood of playground injuries.
- Pride
in Partnership: To improve communication with our
partners, Rural/Metro personnel will visit health care providers to
give an overview of Emergency Medical Services and the Rural/Metro
operation. The session includes an explanation of the care our crews
provide, forms we are required to use, and what to expect when we
arrive. This is a great way for providers to open a dialogue and work
together for the benefit of all of our patients.
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