Stop The Bleed–Presented by Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps (WVAC) and Our Lady of Fatima (OLF)

Today we live in a world where terrorism, the actions of unstable people, and the dangerous impulses of friends and relatives are very real and becoming increasingly more frequent.

Massive bleeding from any cause, but particularly from an active shooter or explosive event where a response is delayed can result in death. Similar to how the general public learns and performs CPR, the public must learn proper bleeding control techniques, including how to use their hands, dressings, and tourniquets. Victims can quickly die from uncontrolled bleeding, within five to 10 minutes.

However, anyone at the scene can act as immediate responder and save lives if they know what to do.

The Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps is offering this FREE training to teens in cooperation with Our Lady of Fatima’s Youth Group.

FAQs:

Are there registration requirements?

Yes. It is important that each student be given adequate time and instruction with an instructor. We need to know in advance as to how many participants to expect, to ensure we have enough supplies and instructors on hand, thereby making advanced registration required.

Particpants will be required to fill out a waiver that they should complete and bring to the event. This waiver will be sent to you via email after registering. Registration can be completed online.

Are there any age restrictions for attending this class?

Due to the nature of the content of this paticular class, the participants should be at least 13 years of age. The target audience for this particular class is teens between 13-18 years old.

Is there a cost associated with this event?

No. This training is offered free of charge as a service to the community by the Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps. That being said, WVAC is 100% a volunteer, non-for-profit 501(c)3 organization–and not a department within the Town of Wilton–which relies heavily on donations from the community. Donations are by no means a prerequisite for attending this course but should you so desire, you will have the opportunity to donate when registering for the event through this site, or at the event itself.

Who can I contact with any questions?

You may contact Brian McDermott, WVAC vice president and community events coordinator via email. Additionally, Mara Fleming, coordinator of Youth Ministry at OLF via email.