Little Neck - Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps

09/11/2026

25 years later, we remember September 11, 2001

We continue to share the stories of Louis Calderon, Melissa Hylla (Haggerty), and Scott Hylla, who displayed extraordinary courage and selflessness by heeding the call into Manhattan that morning, not knowing what to expect.

We remember, in the weeks that followed, providing crucial assistance to the New York City 911 system with our secondary ambulance while continuing to respond to emergencies in the Little Neck-Douglaston area.

The members who responded and provided assistance during and after 9/11 are now battling 9/11-related illnesses ranging from, anxiety, depression and lung disease, to post traumatic stress disorder and night terrors, yet they continue to make a significant impact on patients on the front lines.

We are deeply privileged that they can continue to share their experiences with our current membership, allowing us to connect with such a pivotal moment in our agency’s history.

We offer our deepest condolences to the families who continue to grieve. We honor the legacy of those who have passed, the stories of those who survived, and the many heroes that saved lives. We continue to support the heroes and survivors who continue to battle the illnesses resulting from this tragic event.

May we never forget

09/05/2026

On Sunday, May 3rd, the Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) provided medical standby coverage at the 2026 TD Bank Five Boro Bike Tour 🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

Our secondary ambulance was far from home, posting in Long Island City and covering medical emergencies from the Queens side of the Queensboro Bridge (Mile 15) to the Pulaski Bridge (Mile 22).

With the assistance of Jamaica Hospital Medical Center's EMS Bike Team and the support of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), LNDCAC transported one patient to the hospital, whom we later found was a former member of our community and had parked their car in Douglaston on the way to the bike tour

We much enjoyed watching all the cyclists traverse through their 40 mile tour, along with collaborating with many inter-agency counterparts. Congratulations to all those who participated!

LNDCAC is happy to provide medical standby and showcase what we do

For inquiries, call us at (718) 423-2333 or email us at [email protected]

07/20/2026

07/20/2026

On Sunday, April 26th members of the Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) attended and provided standby medical coverage at the Great Unveiling of the Padre Pio Shrine of Little Neck, now located at 45-32 Little Neck Parkway.

During the ceremony, our members were moved by Giuseppe Oppedisano’s profound experience of recovering in the hospital after surviving a tragic plane crash, as well as the many blessings, speeches, and songs that followed the telling of his story. The day brought together hundreds of people to a place of faith, gratitude and community.

With our services being needed at this event, we also greatly appreciate Chaplain Rev. Father Joseph Fonti for giving our members a special blessing after the ceremony as first responders, healthcare providers, and volunteers.

LNDCAC is happy to provide medical standby and showcase what we do.

For inquiries, call us at (718) 423-2333 or email us at [email protected]

06/23/2026

On the rainy morning of Saturday, April 25th, members of the Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) participated in and provided standby medical coverage for the Udalls Cove 57th Annual Cleanup. Our Youth Corps, Attendants, and EMTs all traversed and helped clean the swampy low tide marshes of various finding interesting trash items.

Thank you to the Udalls Cove Preservation Committee for welcoming the agency each year, and for hosting a great picnic lunch at the Community Church of Douglaston. While we will be more wary of losing a boot or two to the mud next year, we are happy to help preserve the wetlands of Little Neck and Douglaston!

LNDCAC is happy to provide medical standby and showcase what we do

For inquiries, call us at (718) 423-2333 or email us at [email protected]

06/04/2026

On Friday, April 17th, the Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) was requested to respond to P.S. 94Q. Upon arrival, dozens of 4th graders were found in the auditorium eagerly awaiting our arrival.

To our surprise, the teachers, staff, parents, and students, collectively put together a huge thank you basket for the corps, combined with handwritten letters and hand drawn notes from each of the students, following their visit to our station this past January. The letters and drawings were all so sweet! Some even drew our station with surprisingly accurate scaling and details.

Thank you thank you to the 4th grade classes of P.S. 94Q for putting together such a thoughtful gift!

LNDCAC is happy to provide medical standby and showcase what we do

For inquiries, call us at (718) 423-2333 or email us at [email protected]

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who have lost their lives in service to our country 🇺🇸

The Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) stands ready to serve at the 99th annual Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day Parade. Not only will LNDCAC have a medical tent at the schoolyard of St. Anastasia/Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy, we have an ambulance in service, and will also be marching in the parade. Should you need us, give us a call (718) 229-0400

05/17/2026

LIRR service remains suspended today. Please note that non-passenger trains are still running and the third rail is live.

Use caution around grade crossings and avoid tracks for your safety.

05/03/2026

The Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) wishes a safe and exciting ride to all who will be participating in the 2026 TD Five Boro Bike Tour!

LNDCAC will be 1 of 3 New York City Volunteer EMS agencies supporting the FDNY as one of dozens of ambulances, hundreds of EMS personnel, and thousands of first responders along the 40-mile route

Our ambulance will be far from home posting in Long Island City. We will be covering medical emergencies from the Queens side of the Queens Boro Bridge (Mile 15) to the Pulaski Bridge (Mile 22).

If you see us, don’t be afraid to say hello! Know someone participating in the Bike Tour? Let us know! We’d love to cheer them on their ride!

05/01/2026

It is with sadness to share the passing of Associate Member Joanna Stenzel on Friday, April 24th.

Since February 8th, 1984, Joanna began as a Dispatcher at the Little Neck-Douglaston Community Ambulance Corps, Inc. (LNDCAC) answering phone calls on our general office and emergency line along with dispatching our ambulance crews. Since then, Joanna has served as Corresponding Secretary for many years, playing an integral part in our Fund Drive Mailing Campaigns before, during, and after. Over the span of decades, Joanna would write thousands of personalized handwritten thank you letters to those that have donated to our cause

With her decades of service to LNDCAC, Joanna was also a beloved congregant of 80+ years and dedicated secretary of Christ Lutheran Chruch of Little Neck until their closure in 2022, a Girl Scout leader of Troop 4-470, and avid marcher in the Little Neck-Douglaston Memorial Day Parade

With a huge loss to the community, we come together to celebrate Joanna’s life.

Information on services are below:

Joanna Stenzel
December 12th, 1937 - April 24th, 2026

Memorial:
Saturday, May 2nd 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Doyle B. Shaffer, Inc Funeral Home
45-09 Little Neck Parkway
Little Neck, New York 11362