East Valley-Phoenix Chapter
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ABOUT
Vicky White has been in the non-profit arena for 18 years, actively working with volunteers on a variety of local programs and initiatives. She and her family have been affected by a recent loss due to sudden cardiac arrest.
The East Valley-Phoenix Chapter intends to further the mission of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association through education and awareness, advocacy and outreach, and support for those whose lives have been changed by sudden cardiac arrest.
NEWS AND NOTES
Gilbert Chamber Mixer Invitation
Troop 2451 donates life saving AED units to GSACPC camps
Girl Scouts Testify at the Arizona Legislature
Troop 2451 earns their Silver Award - the highest award a Girl Scout Cadette can earn - by donating 5 AEDs to the Arizona Cactus Pine Girl Scout Council last week. These AEDs will be placed in the Girl Scout camps enabling those with medical conditions the opportunity to experience the adventures of camp. The girls raised the monies for the AEDs and spent the last year earning 50 hours of community service each by educating and demonstrating how to perform hands-only CPR and how to use an AED. Our SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter worked closely with the troop throughout the project monitoring and mentoring these amazing girls.
The proclamation from the Town of Gilbert declaring October 2011 as SSudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month.
Teaching the Council members about sudden cardiac arrest and the chain of survival.
Troop 2451 begins their Silver Award presentation to the Arizona Cactus-Pine Girl Scout Council.
Laura White donates the AEDs to the Arizona Cactus-Pine Girl Scout Council Board Chair, Margaret Serrano-Foster
Troop 2451 worked hard over the past year teaching others hands-only CPR and how to use AEDs to earn their Silver Award.
The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix chapter's second annual Keep the Beat Golf tournament held on September 16, 2011 was deemed a great success thanks to all the sponsors, players and volunteers. The East Valley-Phoenix chapter also donated an AED to Superstition Springs Golf Club thanks to
the support of Cardiac Science. In addition, Jeff Munn, the voice of the Arizona Diamondbacks and veteran member of their broadcast team served as Master of Ceremonies.
Mark Newman, of Newman Realty and JW Rayhons, of Rayhons Financial Solutions facilitated a drawing, compliments of Gayle Schmidt, of Buffalo Wild Wings of Gilbert, during the awards luncheon at the tournament. The winner, Gus Dekavallas, of MetLife holds the gift basket made by Tracey Groy, of The original basket boutique of Gilbert.
AED Donation: City of Mesa Councilwoman Dina Higgins, Vicky White, SCAA-EV chapter leader and Jason Jaffrey, general manager of Superstition Springs Golf Club pose for pictures following the AED donation, thanks to the support of Cardiac Science.
The winning team - Cardiac Science - won the tournament for the second year in a row.
Jeff Munn, the voice of the Arizona Diamondbacks and veteran member of their broadcast team served as Master of Ceremonies.
Link to Register:
http://www.lightofthelamp.com/cathyperez90/
2nd Annual Keep the Beat Golf Tournament CLICK HERE
More information on Golf Tournament
East Valley Chapter Donates AED
Thanks to a Defibtech donation, the SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter supplied an AED to the Gilbert branch of the East Valley Boys and Girls Club on June 3, 2011 commemorating CPR/AED Awareness Week. Holding the AED is Ramon Elias, president and CEO of the East Valley Boys and Girls Club. Also pictured are Linda Abbott, councilmember for the Town of Gilbert and members of the Gilbert Fire Department, as well as SCAA board members, who participated by talking with the hundred children who attended the special ceremony. In addition, Girl Scout Troop 2451 demonstrated bystander CPR and how to use an AED.
In recognition of CPR/AED Awareness Week (June 1-7) the East Valley-Phoenix chapter of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association presented a Hero Award to US Airways employee Stephan Muellar for saving the life of co-worker Clyde James, last August. The chapter, along with Girl Scout Troop 2451, also demonstrated bystander CPR and how to use an AED on Thursday, June 2, 2011 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
US Airways Employee Recognized for Save
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h80B29Izc2k&feature=player_embedded#at=17
Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer proclaims June 1-7 as CPR/AED Awareness week
To commemorate CPR/AED Awareness Week, the East Valley has planned the following:
10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 2, 2011
Hero Recognition Award ceremony
US Airways Ticket Counter at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Following the presentation we will be demonstrating bystander CPR and how to use an AED to US Airways employees
9 a.m., Friday, June 3
AED Donation to Boys and Girls Club - Gilbert Branch
We will also demonstrate to the staff and children how to perform CCC/CPR and how to use an AED
CPR HERO HONORED
By Dan Siegel, www.abc15.com
US Airways' Customer Service Agent Stephan Mueller will receive the East Valley Chapter of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association’s Hero Award for his response to a sudden cardiac arrest event. Mueller performed CPR and called for a defibrillator when a coworker collapsed, saving the coworker’s life. 10:30am, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
SCAA, East Valley - Phoenix chapter donated an AED to the Town of Gilbert on April 14. The Town will place the life-saving unit at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts.
Pictured (L-R): Susan Sokolsky, Gilbert Public Schools and SCAA board member; SCAA Chapter Leader Vicky White; Gilbert Mayor John Lewis; Higley's Governing Board President Kim Anderson; Gilbert Councilmember Linda Abbott; Larry Whitesell, Manager for Higley Center for the Performing Arts; and Dr. Denise Birdwell, Higley Unified School District's Superintendent.
Mesa's Newest Pool Opens Today
Skyline Aquatics Center, 845 S. Crismon Road, held its grand opening today with a free swim. Constructed
in a mere 350 days, Skyline joins the City’s pool portfolio as the ninth pool. Skyline can host swim meets, events, and recreational swimming.
“The Skyline Aquatic Center is an impressive new facility in East Mesa that will benefit the entire East Valley,” Mayor Scott Smith said. “The addition of Skyline gives Mesa a cluster of aquatic facilities that is the finest in the entire county.”
Media Clips:
High schools take steps to prevent sudden cardiac arrest in athletes
SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter exhibited at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce's fifth annual Health Summit on Saturday, March 26th. Girl Scout Troop 2451 was also on hand to demonstrate CCC/CPR and how to use AEDs.
Girl Scout Troop 2451 and SCAA chapter leader, Vicky White, pose with Arizona Cardinal cheerleaders, Vanessa and Chelsea, at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce's 5th Annual Health Fair.
The girls from Girl Scout Troop 2451 are ready to demonstrate CCC/CPR and how to use AEDs at the Health Fair
Shelly and Susan, SCAA members, talk with Heath Fair attendee about the importance of public access placements of AEDs.
Girl Scouts Train Others
On Monday, March 7, 2011, Arizona Cactus-Pine Council's Girl Scout Troop 2451 trained fellow girl scouts on how to perform CCC/CPR and how to use an AED. The girls in Troop 2451 are working toward their silver award by hosting community events where they can share their knowledge of sudden cardiac arrest and the steps in the chain of survival.
SCAA-EV partnered with Cardiac Science Corporation and Jon Rittenburg to conduct the screenings. In addition, SCAA-EV and the girl scouts demonstrated how to perform continuous chest compression/cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CCC/CPR) techniques and participants heard about the importance of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in saving lives of those who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Fairgoers had the opportunity for hands-on training utilizing mannequins.
SCAA-EV Board members (L-R) Sharon Harfst, Brittany Hightower and Tracey Groy demonstate CCC/CPR and AEDs at the VVL Health Fair.
Jon Rittenburg, of Cardiac Science, demonstrates how easy an AED is to use. Cardiac Science also provided free Heart Screenings at the event.
SCAA-EV and Girl Scout Troop 2451 demonstrated how to perform continuous chest compression/cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CCC/CPR) techniques at VVL Health Fair. Fairgoers had the opportunity for hands-on training utilizing mannequins.
On Tuesday, February 1, 2011,the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix chapter kicked off heart month by donating an automated external defibrillator (AED) to Pioneer Elementary school in Gilbert. The chapter donated this life saving device as several students in attendance have serious cardiac issues.
In addition to the AED donation, chapter members worked with staff on how to perform continuous chest compressions/cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CCC/CPR) and use the AED. Teachers had the opportunity to hone their skills with hands-on training tools.
Every two minutes an American dies from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). By the end of 2011, nearly 300,000 Americans will die from SCA, making it the nation’s leading cause of death – more than breast cancer, lung cancer or HIV/AIDS, combined. Sadly, only seven percent of SCA victims survive. Most deaths from SCA can be prevented with rapid response and treatment. By placing AEDs on school grounds, not only are students safer, so are teachers, staff, administrators, parents and visitors to school facilities.
(L-R) Pioneer Elementary's school nurse Lin Maxfield and Dr. Dave Allison, superintendent for Gilbert Public School's pose with Vicky White, chapter leader for SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter and Mike Davis, principal for Pioneer Elementary school following the AED donation.
(Middle) Debra Reyff, along with her daughter Megan participated in accepting the AED donation to Pioneer Elementary school as their family is in particular need of this life saving device. Also, shown (L-R) Pioneer Elementary's school nurse Lin Maxfield, SCAA members Tracey Groy and Vicky White, along with Principal Mike Davis (far right).
Over 300 students in grades 3-6 heard first hand about the the chain of survival and how to perform CCC/CPR and use an AED during a school assembly at Pioneer Elementary from SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter members Tracey Groy and Vicky White, along with principal Mike Davis.
LIFE SAVING DEVICE DONATED TO GILBERT SCHOOL
On Wednesday, January 26, 2011, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix chapter donated a Cardiac Science Powerheart automated external defibrillator (AED) to Playa del Rey Elementary school in Gilbert. The chapter donated this life saving device to the school as it has several students in attendance with serious cardiac issues.
Teachers and staff learned how to perform continuous chest compressions/cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CCC/CPR) and use AEDs. They then had the opportunity to hone their skills by using manikins and trainer AEDs.
Approximately 300 students in grades 4, 5 & 6 attended a school assembly to watch the AED donation. They also learned how to implement the chain of survival by performing continuous chest compressions/cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CCC/CPR) and using AEDs.
Dr. Robyn Conrad, principal of Playa del Rey Elementary accepted the AED donation, along with Dr. Dave Allison, superintendent of the Gilbert Public Schools and Lorie Miller, RN, Director of Health Services who delivered remarks. Vicky White, SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter leader looked on, along with Jonathan Rittenburg of Cardiac Science.
Meridian Receives AED
In a special assembly January 12, Vicky White, chapter leader of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix Chapter presented an automated external defibrillator (AED) to Principal Vicki Hester. It is the seventh device to be donated to a Gilbert public school, and Superintendent Dr. Dave Allison was present to thank SCAA-EV and Vicky White for their caring concern and generosity. It was a wonderful opportunity for approximately 375 third-, fourth- and sixth-grade students to view AED and CPR demonstrations. Meridian Elementary received the donation because a student with particular need was identified on campus.
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SCAA-EV Chapter Leader Vicky White, Superintendent Dr. Dave Allison, and Principal Vicki Hester
SCAA-EV Chapter Leader Vicky White, Superintendent Dr. Dave Allison, and Principal Vicki Hester
All seventh and eighth grade students at Highland Junior High School in Gilbert had the opportunity to learn CCC/CPR and how to use an AED last week as part of the "CPR Across America" campaign. The hands-on sessions took place during their PE classes. Over 1,200 students took part.
SCAA East Valley-Phoenix participated in Gilbert Days Parade on Nov. 13.
Students from ASU's W.P. Carey School of Business, along with chapter members made up the parade team. Special thanks to Mark Newman of Keller Williams East Valley and Tracey Groy of THE original basket boutique of Scottsdale/Gilbert for sponsoring our chapter!
SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter hosted an exhibit at the CPR Across America event at the Mesa Convention Center on November 6, 2010. Hundred of citizens were taught Hands Only CPR!
CPR Across America is a multiple-state mass CPR campaign that began in Roswell, New Mexico in September, 2010. Five hundred manikins began a three month journey across the Southwest, teaching continuous chest compression CPR in five states before landing on the flight deck of the USS Midway in San Diego on December 5th, 2010.
Members from Girl Scout Troop 2451 helped demonstrate how easy it is to use an AED
Representatives from the City of Mesa’s Fire Department taught those in attendance how to perform Hands Only CPR and participants had a hands-on opportunity to perform the technique.
Students from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University helped get the word out on the importance of wide-spread placements of AEDs. Pictured L-R: ASU students Bryanna Nance and Joseph Amareno, SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter leader Vicky White; and ASU students Julian Escobedo and Jackie Drenth all participated.
Jonathan Rittenburg, of Cardiac Science, and SCAA chapter leader Vicky White take a short break between classes.
Gilbert Public School Superintendent Dave Allison, Brent and Sari White; parents of 4th grade student Caitlyn (holding AED), Principal Jason Martin, of Highland Park Elementary School and SCAA chapter leader Vicky White particapated in the donation.
ASU's WP Carey School of Business students Tracy Ye, Bryanna Nance, Michelle Smith and Julian Escobedo; SCAA board members Vicky White, Susan Sokolsky, Tracey Groy and Sharon Harfst; with Jonathan Rittenburg, of Caridac Science in the back.
Brent, Sari and Caitlyn White are thankful for the AED donation, as Caitlyn is vulnerable to sudden cardiac arrest. SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter leader Vicky White holds AED as Jonathan Rittenburg, of Cardiac Science looks on. Cardiac Science donated the life saving device to the Association at its recent golf tournament.
Gilbert Public School District Nurse Lorie Miller quizzes students on what they learned.
(L-R) Gilbert Mayor John Lewis declared October as Sudden Cardiac Awareness Month at a town council meeting and presented the proclamation to SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix board members Sara Edmund and Tracey Groy. Gilbert Councilmember Ben Cooper read the proclamation to those in attendance.
City of Mesa District 6 Councilman Scott Somers and the SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix donated an AED to Amazing Jake's to kick off the inaugural Keep the Beat Golf Tournament on September 24, 2010. Pictured: (L-R) Amazing Jake's Marketing Manager Jeremy Hoyum, SCAA chapter leader Vicky White and Councilman Scott Somers.
Assistant Superintendent Clyde Dangerfield for Gilbert Public Schools accepted an AED donated by Cardiac Science at the golf tournament luncheon. Also shown are SCAA chapter leader Vicky White and Jonathan Rittenburg of Cardiac Science.
Thanks to all the sponsors and players who supported our inaugural Keep the Beat Golf Tournament.
The foursome from Cardiac Science took 1st prize at the tournament.
Goody bags were enjoyed by all - compliments of The original basket boutique of Scottsdale/Gilbert.
On Monday, August 23, 2010, the White family, in conjunction with the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley chapter (SCAA-EV), donated an automated external defibrillator (AED) to Highland Junior High School in Mesa, Arizona.
Laura White, a 7th grade student at the school, presented the AED, in memory of her father, Tim White, who lost his life to SCA on August 23, 2008. Brian Yee, principal and Twila Goettlieb, school nurse at Highland Junior High School accepted the donation. Lorie Miller, director of health services for the Gilbert Public Schools delivered remarks.
Laura’s goal is to get AEDs in all schools and has been working diligently with her mother and the SCAA-EV chapter to do so.
Seventh grade students at Highland Junior High School demonstrate an AED and showcase CPR techniques to fellow students and teachers at a special assembly.
Twila Goettlieb, school nurse and Brian Yee, principal at Highland Junior High accept the AED from Laura White, presented in memory of her father,Tim White, who lost his life to SCA on August 23, 2008. Vicky White, chapter leader for the SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix looks on.
For more information, see School Article
SCAA - EV Hosts Golf Tournament - September 24, 2010
Tournament set for Friday, September 24th at Dobson Ranch Golf Course, 2155 South Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ 85202. For more information click SCAA EV Golf Tournament Registration Form.
To register for the tournament online CLICK HERE.
SCAA-EV and Southwest Ambulance
SCAA-EV and Southwest Ambulance hosted a meeting to kick off plans for the chapter's inaugural golf tournament in September 2010. AED demonstrations and CPR techniques were also showcased at the meeting.
SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter displays proclamation from Arizona Governor Jan Brewer.
SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter displays proclamation from Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. Shown: (L-R) Vicky White, SCAA-EV chapter co-leader, Holly Walters, communications & media manager of Southwest Ambulance, and SCAA-EV board members Susan Sokolsky and Emily Spano.
CPR AND AED TRAINING FOR STUDENTS
On Friday, April 30, 2010, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix chapter, provided cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training to over 100 sixth grade students at Val Vista Lakes Elementary School in Gilbert, Arizona. The students had the opportunity to practice the technique on mannequins donated by the Arizona Civil Air Patrol.
In addition to learning CPR, students were taught about automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and the importance these units have in saving lives; they also had a chance to practice using AEDs. Board members and volunteers of the SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter provided the training and demonstrations.
SCAA at ASU Recruiting Event
Students from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University recently adopted the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association's, East Valley-Phoenix chapter for a class project. As part of their project, Jackie Drenth, Brittany Hightower and Steven Yap formed a student chapter of SCAA at the college. On April 14, 2010, they participated in a recruitment fair soliciting involvement from fellow students. In addition, they showcased CPR techniques and demonstrated an AED to interested passersby.
Steven Yap preparing to distribute fliers at ASU recruitment fair
Jackie Drenth and Brittany Hightower man exhibit at ASU
Brittany Hightower distributing fliers and recruiting members for the student chapter
Brittany Hightower demonstrating CPR as Steven Yap looks on
Vicky White, co-chair of the East Valley Phoenix Chapter, was interviewed by the Mesa Fire Department for a show that is now airing on Mesa Channel 11. It's titled, "What's on Fire" and discusses AED's - see link below to watch the program. A special thanks to Mesa Councilmember Scott Somers and the Mesa Fire Department for helping us get the word out! For those of you who follow us on Twitter or Facebook, you've probably already previewed the clip, but please consider sharing it with your contacts.
Hundreds of residents turned out for Mesa's District 6 Pancake Breakfast held at Fire Station 205 on March 27. The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association, East Valley-Phoenix chapter was among the handful of exhibitors at the community event.
Residents begin to arrive for Mesa's District 6 Pancake Breakfast on March 27 as the SCAA, East Valley-Phoenix chapter members set up for the community outreach event.
(R-L) Arizona State University students, Steven Yap, Brittany Hightower and Jackie Drenth, demonstrate an AED, while SCAA, EV-Phoenix board member Emily Spano looks on. The students have formed an SCAA Club on campus to help educate fellow students on sudden cardiac arrest.
(R-L) Arizona State University students Brittany Hightower and Jackie Drenth discuss compression-only CPR with Sharon Harfst.
The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association - East Valley Chapter exhibited at the Val Vista Lakes Community Association's Health and Safety Fair on February 20, 2010. The event was deemed a great success with just over 110 in attendance.
(L-R) SCAA-EV co-chair Vicky White, demonstrates CPR at health fair with the help of board member Susan Sokolsly.
(L-R) ASU students Brittany Hightower and Jackie Drenth help man SCAA-EV's exhibit at the health and safety fair.
Over 100 people attended the Health and Safety Fair during the Val Vista Lakes Community Fitness Challenge.
White Gets Vocal
East Valley Chapter leader Vicky White was recently interviewed by Mesa Talking with Scott Anderson on Cox Cable Mesa Channel 11 regarding a public access defibrillator program in the works with the City of Mesa.
Use the media player below to listen to the interview.
EV Chapter Coordinates Two AED Donations
(L-R) Vicky White, co-chair of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association - East Valley chapter poses with Gilbert Public School Superintendent Dave Allison, while Laura White showcases an automated external defibrillator (AED) just prior to the two donations.
Jonathan Rittenburg of Cardiac Science oversees 7th grade Mesquite Junior High student Taylor Ogden and 6th grader Laura White of Val Vista Lakes Elementary, demonstrating how easy it is to use an AED.
(L-R) Vicky White, co-chair of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association - East Valley Chapter (SCAA-EV), Susan Stewart, mother of Mesquite Jr. High student Taylor Ogden (holding AED), Laura White, and Sara Edmund, co-chair of SCAA-EV prepare to donate a Cardiac Science Powerheart AED G3 Plus automated external defibrillators (AED) to two Gilbert Public Schools.
Taylor Ogden, 7th grade student at Mesquite Junior High and his mother Susan Stewart gladly accept AED donation for his school.
Taylor Ogden shares the story of his recently-diagnosed heart condition, making him vulnerable to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), with his fellow students.
Taylor Ogden, 7th grade student at Mesquite Junior High and his mother Susan Stewart, presented an AED donated on behalf of SCAA-EV and Cardiac Science. Ron Izzett, principal of Mesquite Junior High accepted the donation and Lorie Miller, director of health services for the Gilbert Public Schools delivered remarks.
Gilbert Public School Superintendent Dave Allison addresses 6th grade students at Finley Farms Elementary on the importance of AED's and CPR.
Emma and Sydney Sokolsky, 6th grade students at Finley Farms Elementary, along with their mother Susan Sokolsky, prepare to present an AED donation on behalf of SCAA-EV and Cardiac Science to their school. Co-chairs of SCAA-EV Vicky White and Sara Edmund look on.
(L-R) Jonathan Rittenburg of Cardiac Science; Susan Sokolsky, board member of SCAA-EV; Vicky White, co-chair, SCAA-EV; Finley Farms Elementary School Principal John Maas; Gilbert Superintendent Dave Allison; Lorie Miller, director of health services for the Gilbert Public School District; and Sara Edmund, co-chair of SCAA-EV pose for photo following AED donation at Finley Farms Elementary school.
SCAA East Valley Chapter Holds Inaugural Open House
In an effort to promote Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, proclaimed by the Town of Gilbert, the newly formed East Valley Chapter of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association hosted its inaugural open house on October 23.
Board members were on hand to answer questions, encourage involvement and provide automated external defibrillator (AED) demonstrations and CPR techniques. In addition, a recent survivor from sudden cardiac arrest was in attendance and shared his story.
All those who attended agreed on the importance of placing AED's in schools and public access areas; promoting education and awareness, advocacy and outreach, and supporting those whose lives have been changed by sudden cardiac arrest.
All those who attended agreed on the importance of placing AED's in schools and public access areas; promoting education and awareness, advocacy and outreach, and supporting those whose lives have been changed by sudden cardiac arrest.
(R-L) Emily Spano, SCAA-EV board member, welcomed SCA survivor Ed Blanchard and his wife, Melissa
Sara Edmund, SCAA-EV co-chair, demonstrated the ease of using an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Vicky White, SCAA-EV co-chair, showcased CPR techniques to guests.
Gilbert, Arizona Proclaims October Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month
The East Valley Chapter of SCAA had the Town of Gilbert proclaimed the month of October as Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. They received the proclamation at the town council meeting on Tuesday, September 29. Click here to read a press release about the event.
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Pictured: Gilbert mayor John Lewis presents proclamation to SCAA-EV board members announcing October as Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. Shown (L-R) Laura White, Susan Sokolsky, Vicky White, Sara Edmund and The Hon. John Lewis
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Daughter donates AED to her Elementary School in Remembrance of Father
On August 21, 2009 Laura White, and her mother Vicky White, donated an AED to Val Vista Elementary School where Laura attends. Vicky is the co-chair of SCAA’s East Valley Chapter. Her husband Tim died of sudden cardiac arrest on August 23, 2008. The goal of the Chapter is to raise money to place AED’s in all schools in their district, and then throughout Arizona.
The East Valley Tribune covered the story. For full details click here.
The East Valley Tribune covered the story. For full details click here.
Local news outlets provided additional coverage. View video from the event here.
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Girl Scout Troop #2451 in Arizona learns about AEDs from SCAA East Valley Chapter co-chair and troop leader Vicky White.
Pictured from left to right: Vicky White, Laura White (Vicky's daughter), Jessica Sickels, Girl Scout Troop #2451 member
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On July 23 the East Valley Chapter held their Board meeting. They received a donated AED and Board members reviewed its operation. Additionally, Board member Vicky White announced she will be purchasing an AED for donation in memory of her husband Tim White. Her daughter Laura will donate the AED to Val Vista Lakes Elementary School on August 21st.
They will hold their Inaugural Membership Meeting on October 24th at 10:00am at Val Vista Lakes Clubhouse in Gilbert.
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East Valley Chapter leaders discuss plans for the future.
Pictured from left to right: Vicky White, Emily Spano, Louise Phillips, and Heather Ross
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UPCOMING EVENTS
GOALS
Awareness and Education - The East Valley Chapter is working locally to raise awareness and prevention of sudden cardiac arrest by increasing public access to defibrillators in schools, health clubs, and other venues, and encouraging personal health promotion including diet and exercise education. We also hope to educate the public on disease process and potential intervention.
Advocacy and Outreach - The East Valley Chapter is hoping to collaborate with local hospitals, physicians, academic centers and industry to spearhead local and state advocacy efforts, participating in valuable community service programs, and make a difference by helping to save lives.
Support - The East Valley Chapter will host meetings where both survivors of Sudden Cardiac Arrest, as well as those who have lost loved ones to Sudden Cardiac Arrest, can share their experiences.
CONTACT
PO Box 2045
Gilbert, AZ 85299-2045
Gilbert, AZ 85299-2045