Winsted Area Ambulance Association Official Site

10/16/2026

🚑💙 WINSTED AREA AMBULANCE ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE! 💛🥫
We’re excited to announce our Annual Food Drive! Join us as we give back to the community we’re proud to serve. ❤️
📍 WHERE: Stop & Shop, 200 New Hartford Rd, Winsted, CT
📅 WHEN: Sunday, November 8, 2027
⏰ TIME: 9 AM – 3 PM
🛒 Help us STUFF THE TRUCK! 🚑
We’ll be outside Stop & Shop collecting nonperishable food items and toiletries to support local food pantries in Winsted.
Every donation makes a difference! Whether you bring a few canned goods, pantry staples, or personal hygiene essentials, your generosity helps support neighbors in need. 💙
🙌 Stop by, say hello to our crew, and drop off a donation! Let's come together to make a difference in our community.

10/12/2026

🩺💙 PREVENTING A STROKE 101: KNOW YOUR NUMBERS! 💙🩺
Welcome to Part 3 of our Stroke Education Series! This week, we’re talking about one of the biggest risk factors for stroke: high blood pressure.
Did you know that chronic high blood pressure is linked to nearly half of all strokes? The good news is that monitoring and managing your blood pressure can help reduce your risk! 💪
🩸 Here’s how you can take control of your numbers:
✅ Check your blood pressure regularly.
✅ Consider purchasing a home blood pressure monitor.
✅ Keep a blood pressure log to track your readings.
✅ Share your readings with your healthcare provider.
✅ Maintain a balanced diet, stay physically active, and work with your health care provider to manage your blood pressure.
📊 Know your numbers. Protect your brain. Prevent a stroke. Small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow!
Remember: when it comes to stroke, TIME IS BRAIN! 🧠

10/03/2026

🚨 Stroke Mini-Series Pt 2: Know the Signs — BE FAST! 🧠
When a stroke happens, every second counts. Knowing the warning signs can help you recognize a stroke quickly and get help sooner.
Remember BE FAST:
⚖️ B — Balance: Sudden loss of balance or coordination
👀 E — Eyes: Sudden vision changes
🙂 F — Face: Facial drooping or uneven smile
💪 A — Arms: Arm weakness or numbness
🗣️ S — Speech: Slurred, confused, or unusual speech
⏰ T — Time: Time to call 911
You don’t have to be a healthcare professional to recognize a stroke. Know the signs. BE FAST. Call 911.
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10/03/2026

EMS & FIRE PRO Expo brings together professionals from across emergency response, with opportunities tailored to different roles and responsibilities.

Whether you're responding in the field, coordinating from dispatch, managing emergency operations, or serving on a fire or law enforcement team, there’s something at the Expo designed for your profession.

Find your place at EMS & FIRE PRO Expo 2026.

📅 October 21–24, 2026
📍 Mohegan Sun · Uncasville, CT

emspro.org

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

October 1st is domestic violence awareness month. Light up Litchfield has partnered with the Susan B. Anthony project to use purple light bulbs in front of your home to show support. Winsted Ambulance supports all victims of Domestic violence

Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

09/25/2026

09/24/2026

🚑 STROKE MINI-SERIES | PART 1 🧠

What is a stroke, and what are the different types?

Join Winsted Volunteer Ambulance as we kick off our stroke education mini series! Learn about the different types of stroke, how to recognize the warning signs, and when to call 911.

⏱️ When it comes to stroke, every second counts!

09/23/2026

Great job everyone!! Keep up the good work making a difference every day!

🚨 Winsted Shoutouts 🚨

💙Big thank you to Jenna Topper for supporting & helping our newer members get comfortable with Winsted operations!

💙Jonah Clark for bringing great energy and positivity to every shift,

💙Angela Bardino for her work with Volunteer leadership on community outreach and operational improvements

💙Jillian Bump & Ally Benbow for taking the initiative to deep clean and reorganize the kitchen!

We appreciate everything you do for our team & community! 🚑❤️