‘Save a Life Saturday’ to provide valuable training
Nearly two months ago, the tragic shooting of Rep.
Gabrielle Giffords in Tucson reminded us all of the importance of being prepared for an emergency. Many of the bystanders knew CPR and first aid and were able to save the lives of several victims, including Giffords. With support from the Congresswoman’s office, the American Red Cross has agreed to host a nationwide “Save-a-Life Saturday” in her honor Saturday, March 19.
The Aroostook County Branch-Pine Tree Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering free instruction in CPR, treatment of shock, and bleeding compression. The classes will be shortened versions of Red Cross training courses, lasting approximately 30 to 45 minutes, and will be offered multiple times during the day in three Aroostook County locations of The County.
Trainings will be held at the following locations and times on March 19:
• At the Community Living Association-Career Training Center, 2 North St. in Houlton, the free training sessions are at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon.
• At the Aroostook Centre Mall (next to the Kmart entrance) in Presque Isle, sessions start at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• There will be training sessions at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the University of Maine at Fort Kent Sports Center.
“‘Save-a-Life Saturday’ is a special opportunity to educate everyone about the work of the Red Cross and the need for this life-saving training. At least one person in every household should have these skills,” said Joyce Knorr, Aroostook County Branch manager. “We are so thankful to our local Red Cross certified instructors for taking time from their busy schedules to offer free training to community members who want to learn skills that can help save lives.”
Space in the classes is limited. To register, e-mail knorrj@pinetree.redcross.org or call 493-4620 (ext. 108) by Friday, March 18.
