Health Department announces AED pad replacement grant program

The North Central District Health Department, in partnership with the American Heart Association, announces the launch of the AED Pad Replacement Mini-Grant Program. This funding opportunity is designed to help community organizations maintain lifesaving Automated External Defibrillators.

AEDs play a critical role in responding to sudden cardiac arrest emergencies. However, AED electrode pads expire regularly and must be replaced to ensure devices remain operational when needed most.

Through this program, eligible organizations may apply for up to $500 in reimbursement funding to replace expired AED pads.

The mini-grant program is open to schools, childcare centers, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other community organizations located within NCDHD's nine-county service area, including Antelope, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya Paha, Knox, Pierce, and Rock counties.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until available funds are exhausted. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis, and applications must be approved before purchases are made to ensure funds are available.

The application and additional information is available at: http://www.ncdhd.ne.gov/cpr-aed-training-resources. 

In addition to funding assistance, NCDHD offers technical support to organizations seeking to develop a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan or CPR Training Policy. NCDHD also offers public and private Heart Saver and Basic Life Support CPR classes. 

Organizations interested in AED Pad Replacement Funds, wanting to learn more about CERP planning, or seeking CPR training resources are encouraged to review materials at: www.ncdhd.ne.gov/cpr-aed-training-resources or contact TyLinn at North Central District Health Department 402-336-2406; tylinn@ncdhd.ne.gov