Tri-Boro First Aid Squad

Founded in 1962, Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides emergency medical services. The organization offers nonemergency ambulance transportation options. It serves the residents of the city of Summit in New Jersey. The organization provides public education programs in first aid. Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad also offers health and safety tips. The organization provides a speakers bureau to address civic groups, community meetings and schools. It offers loans for crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs. The organization s Bike Team provides medical coverage for community events, including home football games and parades. In addition, it hosts training programs from the American Heart Association for fire and police organizations. Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad works in collaboration with the New Jersey State First Aid Council.

Chester First Aid Squad, founded in 1945 as a branch of Chester Fire Company 1, provides emergency response and medical care services. It organizes first aid training sessions for families, companies and nonprofit organizations. Located in Chester, N.J., the agency employs more than 40 volunteers that include fire responders, cadets, auxiliary members, nurses and paramedics. Chester First Aid Squad utilizes several ambulances to handle over 900 emergency calls annually. The agency offers the File-of-Life program for senior citizens, as well as at-risk homeless individuals. It is supported by donations received from individuals and businesses. The agency is certified by the New Jersey First Aid Council and the Department of Transportation.