During the winter term, a small local community was shaken by a medical emergency when one of its members suffered a stroke. Fortunately, the stroke was not fatal, but it highlighted a serious concern for the community – they were unprepared, lacking the skills, knowledge and resources to handle such emergencies effectively should they happen again.
Nathan (SFH2) stepped up to the challenge with the expertise he has gained as a qualified lifeguard and spearheaded a fundraising campaign to purchase an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), an essential life-saving tool that can make all the difference, especially in situations were waiting for an ambulance isn’t an option.
Thanks to Nathan’s initiative, the community is now better equipped to handle emergencies and potentially save lives in the future.
With the AED purchased, Nathan, Mr Pratt and Mr Dunlop had access to the Outdoor Education department’s extensive library of first aid equipment leaving Nathan to return home over the break fully prepared, eager and armed with all the equipment he needed to deliver free, essential training to anyone who needed it.
His goal was clear – to ensure that, next time, even a seemingly random member of the public would be equipped to make a real difference in an emergency. We are so proud of the profound impact Nathan has made on his community.
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