Special Appreciation:

Time to remember those we are thankful for. Among our many supporters we would like to extend our appreciation for those who have donated time and funds to our cause. A special thank you goes out to Twila at Sew-Into-Quilts, the Loonsday Association, and to Fat Quarter Quilters.

Thank you to Sew-Into-Quilts for the donation of a quilt. Longtime volunteer Nico C. won the raffle at our Awards Ceremony.

Thank you to the Loonsday Association for their donation. H. Schamberger and M. Hill presented the check from the Loonsday Event. The funds went toward a Defibrillator/Monitor that is dedicated to our Wildland Team paramedics, who provide EMS support during the wildland fire season.

Awards Ceremony 2019

Special appreciation for those who attended DPVA’s Awards Ceremony, and especially to those who contributed towards our event through their donations. Our volunteers and staff were greatly impressed by the expression of appreciation and support from so many businesses. Our event was a success and enjoyed by a record number of members in attendance. Thank you all for contributing to our efforts in serving our communities. We celebrated our 70th Year (Cake was donated by Rosauer's) by holding our ceremony in the new Deer Park Community Center located in the new fire station. Barnes and Noble started the gift basket concept by donating books and other items that formed themes for the gift baskets. Contributions from Bath and Body Works, Trader Joe’s and the Sportsman's Warehouse marked the third year in a row they have supported our event. Williams and Sonoma, and many other stores and restaurants, graciously added items, coupons or product to enhance the baskets. Sew-Into-Quilts donated a special EMS quilt for drawing in support of our volunteers, which EMT Nico Cunanan won at the end of the event. Members, spouses and staff helped prepare the taco bar and prepare the venue. A record attendance enjoyed the Awards Ceremony and Trivia Game that followed. Congratulations to Lauren Anderson-Paramedic of the Year, Trevor Haley-EMT of the Year (pictured), Mark Cochran-Advanced EMT of the Year, Caitlin MacFarlane-FTO of the Year and Jeff Olson-Director's Award.

Eric and crew at Sportsman's Warehouse

Tia, Trader Joe's

Ray, Williams and Sonoma

DPA Parking Lot Pavement Project

Our parking lot paving project has begun, thanks to the contributions of our community supporters - Toner's Sand and Gravel and Jeff Hickethier of Eriks Realty!

Toner’s donated equipment and crews to tear up old concrete and haul it off. They brought in gravel at cost to prep for paving.

Jeff Hickethier donated his tractor and time to prep for paving by spreading the gravel to grade.

Thank you to all of our supporters in 2018.

Thanks to all who supported us through services and donations in 2018. We reflect on the events of the past year and wish to recognize those who contributed during the Settler's Day Safety Fair. Additionally, we sincerely appreciate the members of Fat Quarter Quilters for donating their proceeds from a quilt raffle, and the Loon Lake Homeowner's Assoc. for sharing their funds from their Pancake Breakfast. Your generosity and care is greatly appreciated!

The 2018 donations went towards the purchase of a new, state-of-the-art, Video Laryngoscope, which will greatly increase the ability of our medics to successfully intubate patients. We were also able to purchase two new Portable Suction units that will be used during resuscitations. Your support directly helps us to provide quality patient care, leading to better patient outcomes.

Power Stretcher

DPVA has received a refurbished automated power stretcher made possible by funds raised through DPVA's Family Fun Festival last summer. The powered stretcher enhances EMS provider's safety by reducing back strains due to lifting or lowering patients. It will also provide greater safety to the patients they are moving. DPVA now has a powered stretcher on both first-out ambulances. We appreciate the community support that has enabled us to upgrade to a higher quality stretcher that will benefit both our providers and the patients they are serving.

Paramedic Rick Stone

Paramedic Rick Stone suffered a cardiac arrest the middle of January at his home. His wife started CPR, and with the help of first responders from Fire District #4, the prompt actions saved his life.  He is now recovering after triple by-pass surgery. Rick has been a medic with DPVA for over 30 years. We all wish him well during his arduous journey towards full rehabilitation.

Thank you to KHQ for your story on the remarkable recovery of DPVA's Paramedic Rick Stone.

http://www.khq.com/story/37476614/a-spokane-emt-went-into-cardiac-arrest-his-wifes-cpr-training-saved-him

Family Fun Festival

Deer Park Volunteer Ambulance would like to thank all who contributed to the success of the Family Fun Festival and Child Safety Fair. We appreciated the support of our regional hospitals, clinics, health organizations and service providers that helped provide families the opportunity to learn about child safety, health and wellness. Carnival type games, blow-up activities, and demonstrations were enjoyed by children and their families. We appreciated the food vendors and craft vendors who participated. DPVA would like to expressly thank the sponsors and the businesses that donated toward the fundraising event. The festival was a resounding success, considering it was an inaugural event. Next year it is planned that the Safety Fair and Festival will join the Settler's Days celebration at Mix Park in July.

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO SUPPORT DEER PARK VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE!   

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Family Fun Festival Photos

Vendors

Health, Safety and Wellness, and Craft vendors

Fun for Kids

Activities, Carnival games, and Demonstrations

Stroke Awareness vehicle wrap sponsored by Medtronics and the American Heart Assoc.

Staff and Volunteers

Rachel Lindsey: Event Planner and Coordinator

Volunteers from Redeemed Baptist Church of Deer Park with DPVA friends and family volunteers. Couldn't have pulled it off without the help.

DPVA Volunteers

Deer Park Royalty: Amanda Williams and Shari Joralemon with Adviser. We appreciate your help and spirit of community service!

We have a great appreciation for the gracious support of our sponsors and those who donated to our cause. Please see the Vendor link above for a better view of our community supporters!