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AED/CPR Training Classes

The Moultrie Creek AED Program provides free CPR/AED training to residents who are committed to serving as volunteer AED First Responders within our community response network.

These classes are intended for individuals who plan to participate as active Moultrie Creek First Responders and are willing to respond to emergency AED alerts when available.

Please note that these classes are not open to the general public, are not intended as refresher courses, and are not available for individuals seeking CPR/AED training for personal interest only.

If you are interested in becoming a Moultrie Creek First Responder, please complete the responder application process before registering for a class.

No experience needed to be a volunteer AED First Responder – just a willingness to help your neighbors in a time of need.

Training classes lasts approximately 3 hours and include:

CPR (hands-only – no mouth-to-mouth)
AED usage
On-site emergency response steps

This is a great opportunity to learn valuable, life-saving skills and connect with others in your community. Your training could help save a life right here in our community.

Upcoming Training Dates — sign up here:

Pre-Registering is required. To register:

Click on the link for the session you would like to attend.
Select the red Get tickets box.
Select the red Register box.
Fill in your name and email address, then select the red Register box.
Enter your information. Important: Enter "Moultrie Creek" as the Company. Select Complete order.

Upon completion of class, email aedmoultriecreek@gmail.com.

July 28th 9am - noon @ Laurel Manor

August 27th 9am - noon @ Colony Cottage

September 10th 2pm - 4:30pm @ Colony Cottage

September 22nd 9am - noon @ Laurel Manor

October 22nd 9am - noon @ Colony Cottage

November 24th 9am - noon @ Laurel Manor

December 17th 9am - noon @ Colony Cottage

Village of Moultrie Creek AED Program

What is the program?

We plan to purchase 16 AEDs (Automatic External Defibrillators) that will be strategically positioned within our neighborhood to provide the quickest possible response to anyone who experienced a sudden cardiac arrest. We will be connected to an alerting service which will contact our volunteer responders to start life saving measures before the arrival of Paramedics which can not only save a life but provide that person the quality of life they deserve. There are currently 291 AED groups, 973 AEDs and over 6,000 trained neighborhood responders here in The Villages.

Why do we need an AED?

Our neighborhood is approximately 4 minutes (farthest point) from the nearest fire station but we cannot be sure that paramedics will be in the station when the need arises, and they may have to respond from a greater distance should we need them. The Villages Fire Rescue responds to more calls every year (over 25,000 last year!). Having a medical facility close by is no help because they will not come help us or bring us to their Emergency Room. For every 1-minute delay in starting CPR and using an AED, the chance of survival decreases by 10%. AEDs, combined with immediate CPR, have saved numerous lives in The Villages. We can make a difference! AED Fact Sheet

How does an AED work?

When sudden cardiac arrest occurs, the heart starts to fibrillate or “quiver” but does not pump blood. CPR (chest compressions) makes the heart pump and keeps oxygen flowing to the body, but will not "start" the heart. The AED is a battery operated device that determines whether a heart needs to be defibrillated (shocked) into resuming a normal rhythm. It gives audible commands and is so simple anyone can be taught its use in a few minutes.

How does the program work?

There are 919 homes in our village. Our neighbors will become volunteer responders. The Villages Public Safety Dept. will provide training free of charge. Each responder will be connected to PulsePoint. When a cardiac arrest occurs, a call is made to 911. The 911 operator, in addition to determining the nature of the emergency and dispatching paramedics, also sends a message via PulsePoint who alerts our group. Responders nearest the home will go start CPR while others bring the AED.

Who would be responsible?

The Villages Public Safety Department oversees the program. They assist in forming, training the volunteer responders and providing continuing updates on training and equipment. Our volunteers will respond to administer CPR and to apply the AED.

What are the costs?

We are asking for a $100.00 per household contribution to fund the program for the first 5 years:

16 new AEDs, storage cabinets & installation
AED replacement batteries and pads
Any maintenance costs that might arise

Quite a bargain for a life saved and that life may be yours!

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I participate?

The program needs your participation. It lowers the costs for all of us and increases your chance of survival if you experience cardiac arrest.

Do I have any legal liability?

Florida's Good Samaritan laws protect any lay person who comes to the aid of a person in distress. The AED only "shocks" people who are clinically dead so there is no risk of hurting someone. FL Statute 768.13

Do I have to be a volunteer?

The more we have the better we can help our neighborhood.

Will we respond to all medical emergencies?

Only those people who experience a sudden cardiac arrest or similar incidents where they are not awake and breathing where quick CPR and use of an AED can make a difference.

Where will the AED units be located?

Units will be placed near light poles and will be approximately 850 feet apart.

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