Equipping First Responders to Save Lives
When sudden cardiac arrest occurs, the first person to arrive on scene often determines the outcome.
In many emergencies, law enforcement officers arrive before EMS. Without an AED in their vehicle, precious minutes can be lost.
The Hometown Hero Program equips patrol vehicles with lifesaving AEDs, ensuring that first responders have the tools they need when every second counts.
Why it Matters
Survival from sudden cardiac arrest depends on rapid defibrillation. Each minute without an AED significantly decreases the chances of survival.
By placing AEDs directly in patrol vehicles, communities dramatically increase the likelihood of early defibrillation and survival.
Impact
Bolt for the Heart has helped equip hundreds of patrol vehicles across Indiana, including fully equipping the Indiana State Police fleet.
Every unit placed strengthens the chain of survival and increases protection for the communities these officers serve.
Supporting Our Heroes
When communities support the Hometown Hero Program, they are investing directly in the people who protect them every day.