‘Save a Life Saturday’ to provide lifesaving training across The County this Saturday

    Nearly two months ago, the tragic shooting in Tucson, Ariz. reminded many 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 Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. With support from the congresswoman’s office, the American Red Cross has agreed to host a nationwide “Save a Life Saturday” in honor of Giffords on Saturday, March 19.
    The Aroostook County Branch of the American Red Cross-Pine Tree Chapter will provide free instruction in CPR, treatment of shock, and bleeding compression. The classes will be shortened versions of Red Cross training courses, lasting approximately 30-45 minutes, and will be offered multiple times during the day in three locations of The County.
    “‘Save a Life Saturday’ represents a unique opportunity to educate our entire nation about the work of the Red Cross and the need for this lifesaving 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 lifesaving skills. We are able to offer these trainings because of the support from our loyal community partners from Community Living Association, Aroostook Centre Mall, and the University of Maine at Fort Kent … many thanks to these good folks for joining with us!”
    Trainings will be held at the following locations and times on March 19:
• Community Living Association-Career Training Center, 2 North St. in Houlton. Training sessions are at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon.
    To register, please call 493-4620, ext. 108, or e-mail knorrj@pinetree.redcross.org by Friday, March 18.