What were you doing in November 1981? Don Anderson was joining Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. So, this month we celebrate 40 years of uninterrupted, loyal and steadfast dedication to the Squad. Over the years, one of the things Don has been noted for is taking care of the landscaping around the flagpole which faces Shore Drive. To that end, as we continue to work on the curb appeal of our building, we have a goal to raise $100 per year served by Don and turn that $4000 into a new, fabulous flagpole to be installed in Don's honor. A flagpole to become the centerpiece of that garden and a fixture on Shore Drive for the next 40 years. We have kicked off a little campaign to manage donations to that cause. Don is a living legend. If you haven't seen him recently, take time to chat with him and thank him for all he has done over the years. Click below to donate.
Help us celebrate Don's 40 years of volunteer service to OPVRS and Va Beach.
What were you doing in November 1981? Don Anderson was joining Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. So, this month we celebrate 40 years of uninterrupted, loyal and steadfast dedication to the Squad. Over the years, one of the things Don has been noted for is taking care of the landscaping around the flagpole which faces Shore Drive. To that end, as we continue to work on the curb appeal of our building, we have a goal to raise $100 per year served by Don and turn that $4000 into a new, fabulous flagpole to be installed in Don's honor. A flagpole to become the centerpiece of that garden and a fixture on Shore Drive for the next 40 years. We have kicked off a little campaign to manage donations to that cause. Don is a living legend. If you haven't seen him recently, take time to chat with him and thank him for all he has done over the years. Click below to donate. Three Ambulances In ProductionYou heard us right, three beautiful new ambulances are in the works for OPVRS. You made this happen. Your continued support helped purchase the best and safest equipment for your community. From: Atlantic Emergency Solutions:
We’re expecting…TRIPLETS! We are excited to partner with the Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad (City of Virginia Beach) on THREE new Wheeled Coach Type 1 ambulances. Before you know it, this trio will be serving the citizens of Virginia Beach. Thank you for your business and welcome to the Atlantic family! Jeff Hawkins-Regional Account Manager Virginia Sales DETAILS: • 2022 Ford F-550 4x2 Chassis • Custom Aluminum Center Console Sprayed w/Black Line-X • Wheeled Coach Type 1 170” Module • 74” Interior Headroom • Custom Squad Bench w/Curbside Controls and (2) Drawers • Per4Max 4-Point Harnesses • Gray Scorpion Liner Coating in Exterior Compartments • Cool Bar A/C Condenser • Hoseline APS-253 Ultraviolet Air Purification System • Orange Powder Coated Interior Hand and Grab Rails • Whelen M Series LED Warning and Scene Light Package • (2) Grover Stuttertone 24” Air Horns • Whelen Howler Low Frequency Siren • LED Strip Lights in Exterior Compartments • Safety Vision (3) Camera System • CompX 300 Series eLock w/WiFi on Drug Cabinet • Vanner 20-1050 1,050-watt Inverter w/55-amp Battery Charger • Stryker #6390 Power-LOAD • Ferno M200 Lifepak Defibrillator Bracket • Custom Paint, Lettering and Graphics by Wheeled Coach Station 1 is getting a facelift!Renovations are underway! The station is temporarily closed while we refurbish. Don't worry! We've moved our ambulances and supplies to First Landing Fire & Rescue at Shore/Great Neck and Chesapeake Beach Fire & Rescue at Shore/Greenwell. Thanks to
Chesapeake Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad for letting us hang out with y'all for a few days. Your Ocean Park Volunteers are still on the job and ready to answer the call for help across Shore Drive and Virginia Beach. Notice: 1. While volunteer members will be helping with the work, the station is not equipped to handle walk-in emergencies during renovations. For medical emergencies dial 911. 2. The Ocean Park Food Pantry will be closed and temporarily removed to keep it clean and safe. It will return once exterior work is complete. Garden Club to host fundraiser for OPVRS
The Great Neck Point Garden Club will be hosting a fundraising plant sale to benefit Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. These high-quality local plants will come from gardening professionals who can answer all your questions about planting and care. September 26th, 9am-12pm at the Shore Drive Farm Market.
Rain Date: October 5th AmazonSmile available for iOS and Android
AmazonSmile customers can now support Ocean Park Volunteer Fire And Rescue Unit Inc in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.
You Shop. Amazon Gives. Set up AmazonSmile for your account now. American Red Cross blood supply is critically low.The American Red Cross has requested an additional Emergency Blood Drive in July. Supplies are critically low and donors are needed more than ever. Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad is known throughout Hampton Roads for having the highest Blood Drive turnout and most engaging community, now we're being asked to help again.
This Emergency Blood Drive will include COVID-19 antibody testing. Schedule your appointment at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=opvrs We Couldn't Do It Without YouWe have been feeling the love recently. From meal donations, to masks, to Girl Scout cookies, money donations, and more! From the bottom of ours hearts, THANK YOU! Our members (who are not paid or compensated) will continue to answer the call for help every time they're summoned. We couldn't do it without you.
In the weeks and months ahead we'll need your help more than ever. If you've ever been interested in volunteering, now is the time. We need EMTs, Paramedics, and behind the scenes help. If you're interested in becoming an EMT we'll provide to training! We have an entire team behind the scenes coordinating fundraising, writing thank you letters, station maintenance & upkeep, and fleet drivers who move ambulances between the maintenance garage and the station. We will need all the help we can get! Contact us to learn how you can make a difference. #GivingTuesdayNow #ThankYou #COVID19 #NonProfit May 5th, 2020 #GivingTuesdayNow#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020 – in addition to the regularly scheduled Dec 1, 2020 #GivingTuesday – as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19
#GivingTuesdayNow emphasizes opportunities to give back to communities and causes in safe ways that allow for social connection and kindness even while practicing physical distancing. Blood Donors Needed, YOU ARE ESSENTIALFriday May 15th, 2pm-6pm
As organizations limit all “non-essential activity” our blood drive is an essential activity, as outlined by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is an imperative part of community health and public preparedness plans to maintain blood collection during this challenging time to ensure patient survival. If your birthday is coming soon,
We don’t want you feeling blue, You don’t have to celebrate with just one balloon, Let us do something special for you! If your child has a birthday between now and June 10th and their birthday plans have been canceled or postponed due to COVID-19, please message us and let us know! If you live in our Shore Drive response area, spanning from First Court Rd to Cox High School in Virginia Beach, we would love to do an ambulance drive by to wish them a happy birthday. Contact us to get started! birthday@opvrs.com Name: Address: Phone: Visit Date Request: |
Who we are.Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad is a 501(c)3 non-profit volunteer rescue squad located in the City of Virginia Beach. Archives
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