Pickens County EMS Training Officer, Dietrich Easter, said the tools make saving lives easier, faster and safer. “We find the medication that’s already pre-programmed,” said Easter.

The grant will fund new turnout gear for 100 EMTs and paramedics, replacing equipment that is 20 to 25 years old. The new protective outfits cost around $2,000 per person.

Carter Kits have sent out nearly 20,000 sensory bags to departments like Anchorage Middletown Fire and EMS since they were founded back in 2019.

The grant has made a difference in training and recruitment and helping get equipment, Stephen Smith, director of MaineHealth EMS ambulance services in the greater Franklin County, said last week ...