The Amboy Fire Protection District, a U.S. local government fire department in Amboy, Illinois, received a $100,512.00 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (CFDA 97.044) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on August 9, 2023. The two-year grant project will enhance the district's emergency medical services (EMS) capabilities to serve its rural region. Key initiatives include recruiting and training new EMTs and paramedics, providing mental health and substance abuse disorder training, acquiring emergency vehicles and equipment, and implementing virtual training programs. The grant funding enables the district to maintain advanced life support licensing, increase staffing, train personnel on administering naloxone for opioid overdoses, and establish ongoing skills development programs covering areas like patient assessment, de-escalation tactics, and continuing education for certifications. The overarching goal is to build capacity to deliver high-quality advanced life support EMS across the 200 square mile service area with a population ranging from 5,000 to 40,000.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $95.7k | 8/2/23 |