Chappaqua Volunteer Ambulance Corps

10/18/2026

CVAC’s volunteers had their busiest week of 2026 with 29 ambulance calls including the following:
• Several automobile crashes
• Standby with Chappaqua Fire at house fire
• Patient with an eye injury as a result of an assault
• Patient who was hemorrhaging

CVAC responded to two automobile crashes this past week where there were multiple patients and which required a response from both of our ambulances. Fall in Chappaqua and Millwood is a beautiful time of year. But autumn also brings driving hazards that can increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents. As you enjoy the scenery, CVAC encourages everyone to keep these safety tips in mind:
• Watch for wet leaves. Fallen leaves can become slippery when wet, reducing tire traction and making it harder to stop. Slow down and leave extra space between your vehicle and the car ahead.
• Be alert for deer. Deer are particularly active during the fall, especially around dawn and dusk. Scan the sides of the road, and remember that where there is one deer, there may be others.
• Adjust for the weather. Rain, fog, and wet pavement can reduce visibility and increase stopping distances. Slow down and use your headlights when visibility is poor.
• Watch for pedestrians and cyclists. With daylight hours getting shorter, be especially careful near intersections, crosswalks, and residential streets.
• Put distractions away. Keep your eyes on the road, your hands on the wheel, and your attention on driving.
At CVAC, we'd much rather see you enjoying the fall season than responding to a motor vehicle accident.

10/11/2026

Twenty-one calls this past week for CVAC’s volunteers including for the following emergencies:
• Several patients experiencing weakness
• Patient who overdosed on medications
• Patient experiencing shoulder pain
• Patient who was possibly having a stroke
Do you have expired prescriptions or medications sitting in your medicine cabinet? Now is a great time to clean them out — and help keep our community safe! The Chappaqua Volunteer Ambulance Corps encourages residents to safely dispose of expired and unneeded medications using the medication collection bins at the New Castle Police Department. Proper medication disposal is an important step in protecting your family and our environment. Unused medications left at home can accidentally be taken by children or others, contribute to medication misuse, or be taken by mistake when prescriptions change. Flushing medications down the toilet or throwing them in the trash can also create environmental concerns.
Here are a few simple steps to help:
• Check your medicine cabinet for expired or unwanted medications.
• Bring them to the collection bins at the New Castle Police Department for safe disposal.
• Keep medications securely stored until you can drop them off.
Please remember that safe medication disposal helps prevent accidental poisonings and reduces the risk of prescription drug misuse. At CVAC, we respond when emergencies happen, but we also believe that prevention is one of the best ways to protect our community.

10/10/2026

Today's the day -- stop by Drug Mart to get your vaccines and meet up with CVAC crews between 9 and 3.

10/09/2026

Come see us tomorrow at Drug Mart to get vaccinated so we won't see you in the back of our ambulance in January!

10/07/2026

Join us on Saturday at Drug Mart to get vaccinated!

10/04/2026

Eighteen emergency calls this past week for CVAC (eight of which occurred on Friday). Our calls included the following:
• Patient having seizures
• Patient having difficulty breathing
• Pregnant patient who was feeling weak
• Patient who suffered injuries in a fall
CVAC is teaming up with Drug Mart for a Community Vaccination Day on Saturday, October 10, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Drug Mart in Millwood. Community members will have the opportunity to receive a variety of vaccinations, including:
• Flu vaccines
• COVID-19 vaccines
• Other recommended vaccinations
Staying up to date on vaccinations is an important part of protecting yourself, your family, and our community—especially as we head into the fall and winter months.
📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Drug Mart
No appointment necessary – just walk in and get your vaccinations. A few minutes at Drug Mart could help keep you healthier—and help keep our ambulances available for the people who truly need us. CVAC would much rather see you at Drug Mart than see you in our ambulance! Please help us spread the word and share this post with your family, friends, and neighbors.

09/27/2026

Fourteen ambulance calls this past week including for the following:
• Several patients injured in falls
• Patient having a seizure
• Patient having difficulty breathing
• Patient feeling dizzy
Fall in Chappaqua and Millwood brings beautiful foliage, cooler temperatures, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. But those colorful leaves can also create a hidden safety hazard. Wet or damp leaves can become surprisingly slippery, especially on sidewalks, steps, driveways, and walkways. Add uneven surfaces, fallen branches, and less daylight, and the risk of a fall can increase. A few simple precautions can help keep you—and your family—safe:
• Watch where you walk. Slow down on leaf-covered or wet surfaces and use handrails on stairs.
• Light your way. As the days get shorter, make sure walkways, steps, and entrances are well lit.
• Keep paths clear. Remove leaves, branches, and other debris from frequently used walkways.
• Don't rush. Take your time, particularly when carrying groceries, packages, or other items that can block your view.
• Wear appropriate footwear. Shoes with good traction can make a big difference on wet or slippery surfaces.
And remember, falls can happen to anyone—but they can be particularly serious for older adults. So, watch your step so you don’t need to call 911

09/20/2026

Eighteen calls for CVAC’s volunteer crews this past week. Our calls include the following:
• Patient having difficulty breathing
• Patient having a febrile seizure
• Patient having chest pain
• Patient who suffered injuries in a fall
When a CVAC ambulance hits the road, the team onboard will be led by an EMT Crew Chief. What exactly does an EMT do? EMT stands for Emergency Medical Technician. To become an EMT, a person needs to take a rigorous training class in which they learn how to provide emergency medical care to people who are sick or injured—often before they reach the hospital. At CVAC, our EMTs respond to a wide range of emergencies, including falls, injuries, breathing problems, chest pain, allergic reactions, medical emergencies, and motor vehicle crashes. EMTs are trained to assess a patient, identify potentially life-threatening problems, provide appropriate emergency care, and monitor the patient during transport. They can perform CPR, use an AED, provide oxygen when indicated, control serious bleeding, immobilize injuries, administer certain medications within their scope of practice, and provide many other lifesaving interventions. Just as importantly, EMTs provide reassurance and support during what can be a frightening and stressful situation. And there's something special about the EMTs at CVAC: they're your neighbors. Our members volunteer their time to be there when someone in our community needs help—day or night.

09/13/2026

Nineteen ambulance calls this past week for CVAC’s volunteers including the following:
• Several patients injured in falls
• Patient having chest pain
• Patient experiencing sepsis
• Patient having a stroke
The school year has begun. As students, parents, teachers, and drivers settle back into their routines, it’s a good time to take a few extra precautions to help keep everyone safe.
• Slow down in school zones. Watch carefully for children crossing streets, especially during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up. Expect children to move unpredictably.
• Give school buses plenty of room. Stop when required and never pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing. Children may be crossing where you least expect them.
• Watch for pedestrians. Put down the phone, stay alert, and look carefully at intersections and crosswalks.
• Remind kids about bike safety. Helmets should fit properly and be worn every ride.
• Stay aware. Children walking or biking to school should keep their attention on their surroundings rather than their phones or headphones.
• And remember: If you see an emergency, call 911 and provide the dispatcher with your exact location and as much information as possible.
From all of us at Chappaqua Volunteer Ambulance Corps, we wish our students, families, teachers, and staff a safe and successful school year!

09/11/2026