Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad

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Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad The Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad is the largest all-volunteer rescue squad in Virginia Beach

VBVRS operates two independent rescue stations every hour of every day: Station 14, located at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, and Station 8, located off of Old Donation Parkway in the Great Neck area of Virginia Beach.

🚑💚 VBEMS (RESCUE 14) - NEPTUNE FESTIVAL HOMETOWN HERO! 💚🚑WE HAVE SOME VERY SPECIAL NEWS TO SHARE!It is both an honor and...
09/24/2026

🚑💚 VBEMS (RESCUE 14) - NEPTUNE FESTIVAL HOMETOWN HERO! 💚🚑

WE HAVE SOME VERY SPECIAL NEWS TO SHARE!

It is both an honor and a privilege to share that Jenni “Jennimac” McFarland, Captain of Administration for Rescue 14, has been named a 2026 Neptune Festival Hometown Hero representing the Virginia Beach Department of Emergency Medical Services! 🚑🌊

For more than 23 years, Jenni has been a dedicated member of the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad — and from the day she joined in 2003, she has been a cornerstone of our Rescue 14 family.

In fact, Jenni's commitment to serving others was recognized early in her journey when she received her first Hometown Hero Award just a few years after joining the squad. More than two decades later, she continues to show up with that same energy, passion and dedication she brought on day one.

And that is what makes this recognition so special.

Jenni isn't simply someone who wears the uniform. She is someone who continually finds ways to serve, lead, teach, encourage and give back.

As an active EMT-B and current Captain of Administration for Rescue 14, Jenni has received numerous honors with VBEMS, including Unit Commendations, Class Act Awards and Significant Incident Award. She is also a certified CPR Instructor a member of the VBVRS Honor Guard and plays an important role behind the scenes — coordinating the Rescue 14 Annual Awards Banquet, Annual Oyster Fest Events while helping lead teams in recruitment, membership, recognition and retention efforts.

But Jenni's service doesn't stop at the bay doors of Rescue 14.

She has spent years giving back to the Virginia Beach community through Nimmo United Methodist Church, First Colonial High School as a Career Mentor, and through decades of involvement in Scouting America. Her leadership in the Tidewater Council Scouting America organization has earned her multiple honors, including the District Award of Merit.

Her commitment to the community has also been recognized through the WTKR News Channel 3 Community Star — Everyday Hero Award Program.

And while VBEMS and volunteer service are a huge part of who Jenni is, her dedication to helping others continues into her professional life.

Since 2008, she has served as an Emergency Department Technician at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, where she continues to care for patients with compassion and professionalism.

Since 2011, she has proudly served families throughout Hampton Roads as a professional REALTOR®, helping guide her clients through some of life’s most meaningful transitions and important decisions.

Behind all of those accomplishments is a family that has supported her every step of the way — her husband of 33 years and childhood sweetheart, U.S. Marine Dan McFarland, their sons Justin and Jacob, daughter-in-law Maddie, and their first grandson Jasper, who joined the family last year. 💚

There is so much more to Jenni's story than can fit into one post.

But perhaps what means the most to us at Rescue 14 is this:

For more than two decades, Jenni has continued to answer the call — for her patients, her squad, her community, her friends and her family.

She Leads by Example.
She has a Servant Leaders Heart.
She encourages.
She gives back.
And she keeps showing up!

That is what a Hometown Hero looks like to us. 🚑💚

💚💛 CONGRATULATIONS, JENNIMAC! 💛💚

It is an honor and privilege to see our Captain Jenni McFarland recognized as a 2026 Neptune Festival Hometown Hero representing the Virginia Beach Department of Emergency Medical Services — and to see her proudly represent our very own VBVRS. 🚑💚💛

And now it's time for Rescue 14 to show up for HER! 🚑💚

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

This Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Neptune Festival Grand Parade
🌊 Virginia Beach Oceanfront — 16th Street to 31st Street

Come out with your family and friends, line the parade route, and cheer on Jenni as she represents Virginia Beach Department of Emergency Medical Services and our very own Rescue 14! 🎉🚑

Look for the green and white, bring your Rescue 14 pride, and let's make sure Jenni hears us cheering! 💚

🥂 WANT TO CELEBRATE HER AT THE AWARDS RECEPTION?

The Hometown Heroes Reception will be held Saturday afternoon at 3:00 PM at the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Tickets are available through the Neptune Festival.

Hometown Heroes Reception & Neptune's Final Toast — Tickets

JenniMac, congratulations on this incredible and well-deserved recognition.

From all of us at Rescue 14 — thank you for more than 23 years of service, leadership, friendship and dedication.

We are proud to call you one of our own. And we are proud to have you represent as our Hometown Hero. 🚑💚💛

RESCUE 14
Neighbors Saving Neighbors
24/7 • 365

🐾💚 Sometimes the best part of the shift has four paws! 🐾Over the last couple of days, our Rescue 14 crews have had the p...
09/23/2026

🐾💚 Sometimes the best part of the shift has four paws! 🐾

Over the last couple of days, our Rescue 14 crews have had the privilege of spending some time with the Virginia Beach EMS Therapy Dogs — and we’re pretty sure the dogs enjoyed the visits just as much as we did! 🐶💚

Whether it’s a quick break, a little playtime, or simply a few minutes of unconditional love, these furry friends have a special way of bringing smiles to our crews and brightening the day. 🐾😊

We’re proud to serve our community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — and we’re always looking for more neighbors who want to be part of what we do.

💚 Join our team. Join our family. Become part of Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad. Vbvrs.org

Neighbors Saving Neighbors. 🚑🐾

🍂💚 **HELLO, FALL!** 💚🍂There’s something special about a new season.The air changes. The leaves begin to turn. And it’s a...
09/22/2026

🍂💚 **HELLO, FALL!** 💚🍂

There’s something special about a new season.

The air changes. The leaves begin to turn. And it’s a reminder that every season brings new opportunities.

At the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, every season is another opportunity to show up, lend a hand, learn something new, and make a difference in the lives of our neighbors. 🚑

Our volunteers are there ✨24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year✨—answering the call, supporting one another, and serving the Virginia Beach community.

And maybe this fall is the season you've been waiting for. 🍁

The season to try something new.
The season to give back.
The season to meet new people and build lifelong friendships.
The season to discover that ✨you really can make a difference.✨

Whether you're interested in becoming an operational member or supporting VBVRS in another way, there's a place for you here.

Don't just watch the seasons change.

🍂Make this season the one where you get involved. 🍂

🚑 Join the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad.🚑

💚💛🚑Neighbors Saving Neighbors. 24/7 • 365

Learn more at 👉VBVRS.org

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🌈 After the Storm…Many of our volunteer Rescue squads across the community shared beautiful photos of the rainbow that ...
09/15/2026

🌈 After the Storm…
Many of our volunteer Rescue squads across the community shared beautiful photos of the rainbow that appeared after the storm. 🌈

Of course, we wanted to add ours to the collection. 💚

There’s something pretty special about seeing a rainbow over Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad ambulances — a reminder that even after the storm, there is always hope, service, and people ready to answer the call.

📸 Special photo credit to Paul Pflueger — thank you for capturing and sharing this beautiful moment with us!

Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad — proud to serve our community, rain or shine. 💚🚑🌈

🚑 Welcome to the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, Nanette Roghair! Officially voted in at our September 2026 membe...
09/14/2026

🚑 Welcome to the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, Nanette Roghair! Officially voted in at our September 2026 membership meeting, we're excited to have you on the team. 💚

Want to volunteer? DM us or visit vbvrs.org.

🚑 Help us welcome Sofia Gonzalez We're excited to have Sofia's talents and dedication on board as we continue our missio...
09/14/2026

🚑 Help us welcome Sofia Gonzalez We're excited to have Sofia's talents and dedication on board as we continue our mission of Neighbors Saving Neighbors.

Interested in volunteering—whether in an operational or support role? Send us a DM or visit our website to learn how you can get started. Learn more 👉 vbvrs.org 💚🚑

💚🚑 Welcome to the squad, Sofia We're excited to have you as part of the VBVRS family! 🚑💚

💚 POSITIVE THINKING DAY 💚A positive thought can change a moment.A positive attitude can change a day.And one person will...
09/13/2026

💚 POSITIVE THINKING DAY 💚

A positive thought can change a moment.
A positive attitude can change a day.
And one person willing to step up can make a difference in someone’s life.

At the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, we believe in the power of showing up with a positive attitude—especially when our neighbors need us most. 🚑

Our volunteers work together, encourage one another, learn from every experience, and continue moving forward because we know that every call is an opportunity to help, every shift is an opportunity to serve, and every person matters.

Positive thinking isn't about pretending every day is easy. It's about believing that together, we can face the challenges, support each other, and make a difference.

And maybe your positive thought today is:

“I can make a difference, too.”

Volunteering with VBVRS is an opportunity to learn, grow, serve your community, and become part of a team that truly cares. You can build friendships, gain skills, create memories, and make an impact that lasts far beyond a single shift.

Whether you're ready to volunteer now or have simply been thinking about it, we'd love to have you learn more about becoming part of VBVRS. vbvrs.org 💚

Neighbors Saving Neighbors.
24 hours a day • 7 days a week • 365 days a year.

Think positive.
Serve others.
Make a difference.

💚 PRIDE IN VOLUNTEERISM 💚Tonight, we simply want to say THANK YOU to our VolunteersThere is something incredibly special...
09/13/2026

💚 PRIDE IN VOLUNTEERISM 💚

Tonight, we simply want to say THANK YOU to our Volunteers

There is something incredibly special about a person who finishes their own long work week and then puts on a uniform, climbs aboard an ambulance, and gives their time, training, and heart to selflessly serve our citizens.

That is volunteerism. That is selfless service. That is Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad.

Tonight, our volunteers have stepped up to staff (4) four Advanced Life Support ambulances and a Zone Medic Unit, ready to answer the call when someone in our community needs help.

Both of our stations R8 and R14 are ready!!

🚑 David Ham, Hope Morgan, Kevin Roetz, Andrew Ashby, Matt Vest, Michael Cameron Smith, Evan Old, David Klinetop, Caitlin Jefferson, Angel Olea, Matthew Klausch, Kelly Ham and Hannah Buckner. - 13 VBVRS strong tonight!

To every volunteer who steps up, thank you for choosing to serve. Your community is safer because you answered the call, and you make your station very proud. 💚

💚 **National Day of Encouragement** 💚Today is a great reminder that sometimes the smallest words of encouragement can ma...
09/12/2026

💚 **National Day of Encouragement** 💚

Today is a great reminder that sometimes the smallest words of encouragement can make the biggest difference.

A simple “You’ve got this.”
A “Thank you for what you do.”
A helping hand when someone needs it most.
Those moments matter. 💚

At the **Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad**, we see encouragement in action every day. Our volunteers show up for their neighbors, support one another, and serve our community when people need help the most.

And maybe today is the day you need a little encouragement yourself:

**You can make a difference. You can learn something new. You can serve your community. You can be part of something bigger than yourself.**

If you've ever thought about volunteering with Virginia Beach EMS, consider this your sign. 🚑

Whether you're interested in becoming an operational member or supporting the squad in another way, **there's a place for you at VBVRS.**

💚 **Neighbors Saving Neighbors.**
24 hours a day • 7 days a week • 365 days a year

👉 Learn more about becoming part of the Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad at **vbvrs.org** or send us a message.

🇺🇸✨**SEPTEMBER 11 — NEVER FORGET**🇺🇸✨Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and we honor the courage, ...
09/11/2026

🇺🇸✨**SEPTEMBER 11 — NEVER FORGET**🇺🇸✨

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and we honor the courage, sacrifice, and selflessness of the first responders who ran toward danger when others were running away.

Firefighters. EMTs. Paramedics. Police officers. Dispatchers. And countless others who answered the call to serve.

Their courage reminds us that **service is more than a word—it is a commitment to others.** ❤️💙 💛💚

As we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we also recognize the men and women who continue to serve their communities every day.

At the **Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad**, we are proud to carry that spirit of service forward—answering calls, neighbors saving neighbors, and being there when our community needs us.🚑

👉**Join us. Join our team. Become part of our family.**
Make a difference in your community and be part of something bigger than yourself.

🌐 **vbvrs.org**

✨🚑**24 hours a day. 7 days a week. 365 days a year.**✨🚑

💚 **Never Forget. Always Remember. Always Serve.** 💚

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