Fire Department Program Helps Prevent Illness and Injury
The FDCARES program involves direct interaction by the fire department with members of the community before they need to call 9-1-1.
Those staff are members of the Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority. However, much of what we can do is thanks to our relationships with agencies such as Kent Housing and Human Services, sponsorships from our business community and the generous support of residents. These funds have allowed us to spread the word about our services.
EMS services are being forced to change. As we address the needs of our residents, we must work to reduce costs. As we become more aware of the causes of various injuries and illnesses, and as our education and ingenuity expand, we are better able to develop and implement newer, less expensive concepts for services. FDCARES is the next generation of Kent’s fire and emergency medical system. It is designed to maximize resources while saving tax dollars.
For more see www.fdcares.com.
Mitch Snyder is a battalion chief with the Kent Fire Department and EMS officer for FDCARES. Reach him at msnyder@kentfirerfa.org.
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