Anyone can save a life.
Strengthening the Chain of Survival in our community.
Their role is to stabilise the patient and provide the appropriate care, including defibrillation, until the more highly skilled ambulance crew arrives on scene to take over the treatment. In the case of a cardiac arrest, every second is vital so the arrival of assistance in such a timely fashion is essential.
The aims of the North Kilkenny CFR Group, which is comprised of Johnstown, Crosspatrick, Galmoy and Gathabawn CFR and Urlingford and Graine CFR, will be:
- To provide life-saving emergency assistance via dispatch from NAS to members of the appropriate areas as an interim measure until more qualified medical assistance is available
- To promote CPR and the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) by members of the community through training and information sessions held within the locality.
- To provide training on life-saving skills to all interested groups within the area.
- To work with the National Ambulance Service, CFR Ireland and all associated groups to provide up-to-date information on the techniques.
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Join us - Johnstown, Crosspatrick, Galmoy and Gathabawn CFR
- Johnstown, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Want to learn more about what we do? Or learn about Community First Responders in your area? Please feel free to contact us by phone, email or through our social media sites OR watch the video below for more information on Become a CFR.
Join us - Urlingford and Graine CFR
- Urlingford, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Want to learn more about what we do? Or learn about Community First Responders in your area? Please feel free to contact us by phone, email or through our social media sites OR watch the video below for more information on Become a CFR.
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Training Courses and Fundraising Events
Upcoming Events
| Title | Date | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hands For Life | 22 May 2024 | Wednesday | Clara, Kilbaylet Upper, County Kilkenny, Ireland |
| Primary School CPR Course | 23 May 2024 | Thursday | Clara, Kilbaylet Upper, County Kilkenny, Ireland |
| Primary School CPR course | 06 Jun 2024 | Thursday | Creenkill National School, Gorteennamuck, Gathabawn, County Kilkenny, Ireland |
Past Events
| Title | Date | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFR Training Course | 27 Apr 2024 | Saturday | Graine, Ballinascarry, County Kilkenny, Ireland |
Additional Information
AED Locations
There are a number of AED's, or Automated External Defibrillators, available for use by the public, should you ever require it. All cabinets listed below are open and available 24/7 and all equipment is maintained on a regular basis so it will be "rescue ready" at all times. If you ever have to use one, simply turn it on and listen to the prompts. It will guide you through exactly what to do. Once you return it to its' proper location, please call or text the number listed on the box so we can ensure new pads are purchased immediately.
Learn MoreFINANCIAL
To review our annual financial statements, as submitted to the Charity Regulator, please click below.
Learn MoreOur Guiding Documents
Enclosed in this folder will be the documents we submit to the Charities Regulator and which create the foundation of our group. As we are currently revising these documents to reflect the joining of the Johnstown, Crosspatrick, Galmoy and Gathabawn team with the Urlingford and Graine team, the majority are unavailable, but will return shortly. Our previous Constitution is available for you to peruse in the meanwhile.
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Meet the Teams
For Responders
This section contains information specifically for our Responders. Documents have been password protected.
Responders Guide, etc
The Responder Guide has been produced to provide Responders with information about the policies and procedures associated with the role. Also provided here is a "cheat sheet" on SAMPLE and OPQRST. You will review these in your induction training and throughout all training sessions.
Learn MoreText Back and Call Codes
Enclosed in this section are two (2) "cheat sheets". The first reflects the codes that should be used when accepting a call from NEOC as well as when to send them. The second is a list of the AMPDS codes to which we respond currently. Please read these carefully. They will be provided to you during your induction training and reviewed thoroughly at that time.
Learn MoreImportant Numbers
This is the most recent, comprehensive list of numbers which NEOC uses for texting purposes. Please ensure you have them logged into your mobile and set to override any "do not disturb" functions when on-call.
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