First Nation HeartSave™

First Nation and Inuit Regional Longitudinal Health Survey states that: "Above the age of 45, a quarter of the First Nations - Inuit population reports having diabetes. 26% of persons with diabetes also report having a heart problem. The co-occurrences of diabetes with other factors such as smoking further compound the risk for cardiovascular complications.”

AED Advantage identified a need within the Aboriginal community that was not being addressed and developed the First Nation HeartSave™ Program, the first and only program of its kind in Canada.

AED Advantage's Vision

That all First Nation Communities have the capacity to respond to Sudden Cardiac Arrest using trained personnel, automated external defibrillators and community response plans.

First Nation HeartSave™ Program Options

Clinical Program:
A stationary AED in the health clinic for use by the nurses.

Public Access Program:
A mobile AED for use by trained volunteers.

Community Program:
Both a stationary and a mobile AED available in the community.

Expansion Program:
Additional AEDs located in community buildings including recreational facilities, fire halls and businesses.

Program Benefits

• A comprehensive design for First Nation Community needs.
• An assisted needs assessment process.
• Funding proposal development assistance.
• Certified training delivery.
• Ongoing program support and quality aftercare.

Please contact us for more information on implementing a program to suit your needs.