Ambulance Departments

Montcalm County Emergency Services (MCES) in Stanton, MI, provides comprehensive emergency medical and rescue services, operating 11 Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance units, 3 Basic Life Support (BLS) units, 12 medical first response rescue units, and a specialized technical rescue team. With an annual budget of approximately $7 million, the department is funded primarily through ambulance collections and a county-wide millage dedicated to supporting their various divisions, including the Montcalm Technical Rescue Team. Employing nearly 100 personnel, MCES is composed of three divisions and integrates trained staff ranging from Medical First Responders to Paramedics—primarily relying on paid-on-call employees dispatched to address emergencies across the county. Their mission expands to include disaster preparedness and response, with a commitment to continual training and community support through various programs, including HealthCare Plus, an ambulance subscription initiative. Generated from the website

The Portland Ambulance Department operates from the Emergency Services Building and provides 24-hour Advanced Life Support services to Portland and several surrounding townships. Staffed by four full-time paramedics and a roster of 13 volunteers, the department ensures comprehensive emergency care throughout its coverage area. In addition to routine medical emergencies, the department partners with the Portland Fire Department for additional manpower and specialized rescue equipment when necessary. They offer a subscription-based Emergency Care Plan for residents, which covers ambulance fees and simplifies billing through direct insurance payments for subscribers. Generated from the website

The Veterans Affairs Committee in Corunna, MI, overseen by the County Board of Commissioners, administers the Veteran’s Relief Fund to support eligible veterans, their dependents, and families in need. This committee, comprised of appointed members, convenes monthly to establish policies and procedures for fund allocation under State Law PA 214. The dedicated staff at the Shiawassee County Veteran Affairs office, led by Director Mike Reeve, a retired U.S. Army Major, provides essential services to veterans. From benefits counseling to transportation coordination, the team, including Veterans Service Officer John Sprague and Veterans Service Coordinator Paula Rock, ensures veterans receive the support they deserve. Generated from the website content