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Many thanks to Fiona Hall and Sandy Wann, from Penicuik Community First Responders.

Further to our presentation, "What is a Community First Responder?" PCFR's were delighted be asked back to The Rotary Club of Penicuik to deliver some hands on Basic Life Saving skills to some 17 members of the club. As mentioned by a Club representative, "The members clearly become aware that a life (or even lives) may be saved as...

PCFR were delighted to be in Portobello today with the Portobello & Joppa Parish Church for the Probus Group. Fiona and our ex-colleague Gilbert delivered a greatly received BLS course to the 30 attendees who were more than happy to get a bit hands on experience.

PCFR were delighted to be asked by The Rotary Club Penicuik to present on what we do, how we do it, and all that being a Community First Responder entails. There was great of interaction and questions raised and hope that we gave they a much better understanding of the sort of medical emergencies we would be asked to attend. ...

We are delighted to be able to bring you our 2024 AGM Presentation.

There are over 900 SAS Community First Responders across Scotland supporting their local communities.If you are interested in joining the team, we are recruiting for schemes across Tayside, Grampian, and North Scotland.Find out more here: https://ow.ly/91F450QVrIM

12 very pleased locals newly trained last week at Penicuik Cricket Club, a couple of were interested in becoming a Community First Responder. Great work Fiona for ensuring a further 12 local residents have this essential life saving knowledge.

Did you know that SAS has over 900 Community First Responders nationwide?
They are primarily based in rural communities, aiming to reach a potential life-threatening emergency in the first few minutes before an ambulance crew arrives.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/rQlc50QA8xu

Lifesaving volunteers from Penicuik Community First Responders recently celebrated the group's 18th anniversary.