Welcome

 

Eyota Volunteer Ambulance Service welcomes you to our web site. Within this site you will find links to pages about us, our mission, history, educational offerings and tools for crew members to actively participate in the service (calendars, scheduling, minutes, agenda and events).

 

We strive to ensure our communities and the people visiting or passing through are cared for with respect, integrity, and above all, compassion.

 

Check back often, and consider adding us to your favorite links. We will post new content regularly and help keep you informed about Emergency Response and how you can help protect those around you.

 

Winter is here!. Remeber to drive with more caution and attention to road conditions. Icey roads can suprise even the most experienced drivers.  Here are a few tips to stay safe.

Keep your eyes on the road. The phone messages and texting can wait.

Keep a winter kit in your car. In addition include extra clothing, a shovel and blankets.

Plan ahead and add additional travel time to get to your destinations safe.

Avoid going out in a storm.

Avoid braking hard, and add braking distance before stop signs and intersections.

Pager Grants in the works

In 2012 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requiring all emergency response services to use Narrow band technologies. That means 25 of our 30 pagers are going to be obsolete. At a cost of around $600 each  (Just over $15,000 total expense), this is a budget eater, especially as we are working so hard at getting funding toward a new facility.  We have submitted a grant to SE EMS ( and were awarded $2000...Thank you!), as well as a grant to Operation Round Up from People Cooperative Power). We are also writting grants for several other organizations to try to make this happen.   As a non-profit, all volunteer service, we run a tight, efficient operation.  Our goal is to provide state of the art care, high quality education and service to our communities.  Together we make a difference.

 

Several New EMT's are Joining the Crew! 

Success! Newly trained personnel are soon to join our ranks. After orientation, and proper competency reviews you will see some new faces arriving to help when you need it the most. We always pair them up with senior medics to make sure you get the best care, and they get the best mentors. More information to follow about those who passed their National Registry Exams.

 

CONGRATUATIONS!

Congrats to the 25 people from 5 ambulance services who completed the Emergency Vehicle Operators Course sponsored by SE MN EMS and Eyota Volunteer Ambulance this October.  The classroom and behind the wheel time were an excellent opportunity to learn, and meet other EMS individuals. Food, the smell of hot rubber and the satisfaction of not hitting any cones can make for a fantastic Saturday of training. Welcome to EMS.

Next EMT Class: February 2012

Due to overwhelming interst in the EMT class this Fall we will be working with the Elgin and Chatfield Training centers to coordinate another class. 

 

Contact Chris or Vicki Arendt for details on how you can become a part of this dynamic crew. 507-545-2868

 

We will pay for your EMT Education and National Certification if you give us one year of volunteering.

 

Eyota Girl Scouts - Eyota Ambulance - it's a safety awareness thing.

The Eyota EMS Crew recently helped with a safety fair and the Eyota Girls Scouts. Crew were on hand to answer questions and tour the rig Wednesday November 16th. Thanks to those incredible crew members who gave their time to show what it's like to be a volunteer.

 

Eyota Ambulance Service helped with a " Day in the Park"

 Saturday September 24th, 2011 the ambulance and several crew members attended the annual "Day in the Park" from 8 AM to 2 PM for persons with physical and developmental disabilities.  The crew provided First aid services. Karen Meyer from Rochester Park and Recreation deserves out thanks for coordinating this special day. Thank you Karen and crew!

 

Some people just make me smile

  I've been blessed with the opportunity to know some very special people. The people who volunteer for the Ambulance service are true humanitarians and rural warriors.  Selfless, considerate, heroic and generous are words that embody the fantastic people I have the privilege of working with on the crew.   I'll call special attention this day to a recent crew member who has moved on to another State to be with family, Mr. Jason Box.  Jason was on both the Fire Department and on the Ambulance Service. His selfless contributions helped raise funds for the service, help people in need, and I witnessed him save lives.  His kindness, thoughtfulness and can-do attitude made working along side him a real treat, oh, and occasionally after an ambulance call he bought ice cream at the DQ for the attending crew. Another "treat". He convinced his daughter to also join the crew, and she was a good addition too.  Jason is just one example of the great people who give of their time and energy to make this world a better place. Thank you Jason Box. While your time on the crew was short, you made a real difference.

 Fun Facts:

 Did you know the All VOLUNTEER ambulance Crew serves this community 24/7 , 365 days a year without fail. They are your neighbors, friends, Church members, and families.  Next time you see an ambulance crew member, be sure to say THANK YOU!  As the Director I can attest that this groups is remarkable in every way. They are true citizens and selfless volunteers. -Dr. Christopher Arendt

 

Eyota EMS covers over 130 square miles of SE Minnesota, including many busy roadways, 2 cities, 9 townships, a large County park, and many acres of rural landscape. Whether it's a trama, accident, farm injury or medical emergency, we're there.

 

We ask out EMT's to not only be State Certified but to also remain Nationally Certified. This means you benefit from their skills and additional training.

 

Our Drivers are Certified to drive emergency vehicles. Our drivers are also fantastic resources on emrgency calls as part of our team.

 

 

 

Thank You For Helping Get Your FEED On!

 The 14th Annual EyotaVolunteer Ambulance Chicken Feed was a HOT Time, but worth the effort.

 

 Eyota American Legion Lot

 

Thanks to those who attended the 14th Annual Eyota EMS Chicken feed this past Saturday July 16th, during Eyota Days festivities.  Many of you made it through the heat and humidity to enjoy the wonderful meal and fellowship that is part of living in the great Eyota Community.  

 

Thanks also to those of you who made donations and contributions to the Facilities Fund. We are moving a step closer with every event and dollar raised.

 

It's never too late to contribute time, money, or talents to the Eyota EMS Crew or Projects. Please contact Chris or Vicki Arendt, or any of the awesome crew members to lend a hand.

 

 

 

Thankyou to those who spent time with us in the rain! Nearly $1700 raised to help the building fund June 25th

  The June 25th, 2011 Fund Raiser was a wonderful success with a $1000 donation from Pepsi Cola of Rochester, coordination of groceries through Eyota Market, chips from Old Dutch, radio coverage from ZRock and your kind donations and Brat and Hot Dog sales totaling nearly $700 after expenses.  While the morning was sunny, the afternoon was rain, rain and more rain. Regardless, many of you still stopped down to grab a bite to eat and support our cause. Many heartfelt thanks to you for your generosity.   Thanks also to the crew who gave their time to making this a success, despite the bad weather.

 

 

 

 AMBULANCE FACILITY RENDITION

 

 

The proposed new facility has a multipurpose/meeting room, double bay garage, offices, crew quarters, kitchen, decontamination station, and paved parking.  We are working together with the Townships and Cities to ensure an active, sustainable ambulance service for years to come.

 

Having this all volunteer ambulance service saves the community over $280,000 a year. Please help support this worthy project. Access to emergency care at a local level saves lives, improves health, and builds a strong community.

 

Donations are welcome and appreciated. We are close to our goal.  Contact our business office at 507-545-2868 to contribute or help.

 

 

 

Congratulations Dover Eyota Schools!

 

The staff of the Dover EyotaSchools (174 people), including teachers, paraprofessionals, office workers, cooks, bus drivers, and many others affiliated with the school have completed the American Heart Association First Aid class, taught by Eyota EMS instructors.  They had great questions and wonderful participation. It was a learning experience that helps strengthen the access to immediate first aid and improve the safety of our children. Way to go Eagles!

 

 

 

A year of Celebration.

 

Eyota EMS established in 1976