Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Secretary / Treasurer, Training Officer, EMS Chief / Division Head, Captain, EMT - Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

28 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Roulette Chemical Engine Co. #1

Years With Department/Agency

5 Years

My Training:

EMT B, EMT Instructor, CPR Instructor

About Me:

Took my first class 28 Years ago which at that time it was First Aid, so that I would know what to do emergency wise if I ever had children. I was not going to ride ambulance, because I did not think I could handle it. I still do not know to this day how I got started with ambulance, but here I am 28 Years later still doing it and loving it.

Day Job:

Secretary in local hospital ER

Relationship Status:

Separated

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I wanted to help others

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love being a part of the team to go out there and help others in distress. I love being a silent hero.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Diseases, funding for upkeep, retention of volunteers