Killarney Cardiac Response Unit

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

Well done to the students of Gneeveguilla National School who recently undertook our CPR Superhero Program.

One of a large number of schools that have been eager to introduce life saving skill foundations to students across our coverage area.

14/06/2026

Our team conduct regular scenario based training, all to ensure quality patient care can be delivered in a range of settings.

These scenarios are conducted throughout the year and cover the full CFR CPG scope of practice to ensure alignment with PHECC standards.

07/06/2026

Well done to our volunteer Joan who recently won an Unsung Hero Award through Connect Kerry - Women in business awards 2026.

Joan has been a volunteer with KCRU for many years and is one of over 30 KCRU female volunteers in 5 area teams actively responding to emergencies within the community and providing basic life support to those in need.

Find out more by visiting www.kcru.ie and follow us across our social media platforms.

03/06/2026

Many assume that KCRU are funded by the HSE - This is not the case.
However we continue to be heavily supported by the community, businesses and various organisations/agencies such as Kerry County Council.

Thank you to all those that continue to support the work of KCRU Community First Responders.

01/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited us to learn lifesaving skills at the Emergency Services Open Day-Killarney Garda Station organised by An Garda Síochána Kerry

A large number of agencies and organisations were represented and it offered an opportunity to highlight the work carried out on a daily basis by both frontline and community organisations.

Be sure to keep a look out for information on our upcoming Operation Resuscitation day, which is another opportunity to learn the simple skills to help save a life.

27/05/2026

KCRU can only function with the support of our more than 50 active volunteers in our 5 area teams.

Volunteers undergo significant introductory & ongoing training supported through internal KCRU instructors, external training providers and the National Ambulance Service (NAS).

They are also equipped with uniform,response bags & AED's to assist in responding to a range of emergency incidents across a wide area.

Last week marked National Volunteer Week, we mark volunteer week every week as the commitment of our volunteer team in training, attending incidents, community engagement & supporting other CFR schemes and community groups is core to being a volunteer within KCRU.

Find out more by visiting www.kcru.ie

26/05/2026

Thank you to the Leaving Cert students of St. Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School who recently generously donated to KCRU.

We wish all students the best of luck in upcoming exams and a safe and fun summer.

24/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported our church gate collections for our Beaufort, Rathmore & Kenmare based teams.

Large numbers of our volunteers assisted in glorious weather.

It takes a community to save a life, it takes the community to fund our service.

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20/05/2026

OR - 2026....

It's coming!