Camp 911 is a hands-on, youth-focused safety event supported by Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson hospital that is designed to teach school-aged children essential emergency response skills.
The camp brings together professionals from various fields to demonstrate practical safety techniques and procedures that can be used in everyday situations. Participants learn how to perform CPR, respond to and extinguish stove-top fires and practice safe habits when operating or riding all-terrain vehicles. The camp also covers swimming and watercraft safety, introduces children to the roles and tools of emergency responders and shares other vital safety tips.
Local law enforcement, medical staff, nurses and emergency personnel generously volunteer their time and resources to make Camp 911 a success. Their commitment reflects the community’s shared belief in the importance of preparing children to respond confidently and appropriately in emergency situations.
“Camp 911 is a wonderful resource for our local children, giving them practical experience dealing with emergency situations,” said Mandy Shelast, president, Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson. “Renee Stanchina, our nursing education coordinator at Marshfield-Dickinson, has embraced and supported the event and continues to be the driving force behind Camp 911’s success. Thank you, Renee!”
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