Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

4 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Aetna Hose Hook & Ladder

Years With Department/Agency

1

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.aetnahhl.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

West Grove Fire Company, Marydel Fire Company

My Training:

Basic Firefighting 2010
Haz-mat Basic Responder 2010
EVO 2010
CPR 2010

About Me:

I'm a member of Aetna Hose Hook & Ladder. Stations 7, 8, 9, & 10. Representing 8 house, home of Rescue 8. I joined back in June of 2010. Made my first working house fire back in August of 2010 at 2 am.

Day Job:

Rite Aid Pharmacy Tech

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.facebook.com/nvychick07

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I grew up in the firehouse because both my parents were firefighters and EMT's so the firehouse became home and the members became family so i followed in my parents footsteps.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The pride i get from helping people

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Money to get new gear and trucks, commitment from people who join but then don't stay or show up to any of the calls or anything, and the fact that there are people out there who don't understand what we do. I just wish that there was a way they could understand and support us. We're risking our lives to save others....those who are complete strangers....and people don't support us....i just don't get it.