FastAid - Solihull & Birmingham

05/06/2026

03/06/2026

Uniformed Protective Services (UPS) students from Stratford-upon-Avon College recently took part in an intensive mass casualty simulation, designed to prepare them for future careers across the armed forces and emergency services.

01/06/2026

Let's talk water safety!

Though it's tempting to take a dip in open water on a hot day, there are hidden dangers beneath the surface which makes rivers, lakes and quarries unpredictable and dangerous when there isn't a lifeguard or safety measures in place. There are lots of hidden risks to consider in open water:

👉Temperatures can be very cold and could cause cold water shock or hypothermia.
👉Strong, unexpected currents making it difficult to swim back to shore, even for an experienced swimmer.
👉Slippery and steep banks making it difficult to climb out.
👉Unknown depths which are difficult to estimate.
👉Objects hidden beneath the water i.e. rocks, machinery, drains, branches.

If you see someone in the water and think they might be in difficulty, call 999 immediately giving as much information as you can about your location. Try to stay as close as you can to where you last saw the person in the water if safe to do so.

Our Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) paramedics are trained and equipped to manage any patient within the water environment. Never enter the water in an attempt to rescue a person or an animal and, instead, call 999 immediately.

Please share this with your family and friends during the current heatwave.

01/06/2026

30/04/2026

Thank you for being such an incredible supporter of FastAid 💛

From providing us with a welcoming meeting space to keeping us fuelled with great catering — your support helps us do what we do.

Special thanks to Emily Barton for making it all possible 🙌

27/04/2026

🚑 This weekend, FastAid had the pleasure of providing medical cover at the Mini and Junior Tournament 🏉

It was fantastic to see so many young players enjoying the game, showing great teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day.

A big thank you to everyone at Stourbridge Rugby Club for your warm hospitality and support in helping make the event such a success 👏

We’re proud to support community events like this and help keep players, staff, and spectators safe.

Planning a community event and need professional medical cover? Get in touch with us today!

26/04/2026

👏 Community in action!

Three of our amazing volunteers recently delivered a CPR training session for the Dickens Heath & Fulford Heath Women’s Institute as part of their “Don’t Be a Bystander” challenge.

💡 28 people were trained
❤️ Covered life-saving CPR skills
⚡ Learned how to use an AED with confidence

A huge thank you to the group for their warm welcome—and for their generous £50 donation, which helps us continue delivering this vital training.

Do you know how to save a life? If not, get in touch to find out about our free training sessions.

26/04/2026

🚑 FastAid Monthly March Round-Up 🚑

What a month it’s been for FastAid!

Our incredible team of volunteer Community First Responders have dedicated 795 hours supporting our communities and working alongside to deliver urgent care when it matters most.

💙 Total Activations: 349
⏱️ Total Hours Volunteered: 795

Behind every number is a person in need — and a responder stepping forward to help.

We’re proud of the commitment, compassion, and professionalism shown by our team every single day. Thank you to all our volunteers for the difference you continue to make.

If you’d like to support FastAid or learn more about what we do, get in touch or follow our page for updates!

26/04/2026

Our Community First Responders are everyday heroes in blue! 👏💙
Over 500 volunteers 🧍, 68 schemes 🏘️, and 10,000+ patients helped each year ❤️‍🩹

Thank you for your dedication and compassion! 🚑

25/04/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make today’s Community First Responder Trust Liaison Volunteer Conference such a success.

We’re incredibly grateful to for hosting us at RAF Cosford – a fantastic venue that made the day even more special.

Thank you to for the delicious cakes and generous goody bags – they went down a treat!

And a big thank you to for providing an amazing buffet, along with the pens and notepads – your support is truly appreciated.

From all of us at FastAid Birmingham & Solihull, thank you for your time, effort, and continued support. It was a brilliant day bringing everyone together.