Borough of Haworth, Volunteer Ambulance Corps
Haworth Volunteer Ambulance Corps
The Haworth Volunteer Ambulance Corps provides emergency medical care and transportation to the residents and businesses of Haworth and surrounding communities. We are an all-volunteer organization made up of your neighbors who give their time to help others when they need it most.
We are always looking for new members. No experience is necessary, and training is provided free of charge. We have opportunities for people with different interests, schedules, and levels of experience.
Interested in Joining?
Have you ever wanted to be able to help a friend, family member, neighbor, or someone in your community during an emergency?
Come join your neighbors at the Haworth Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Whether you want to become an EMT, respond to emergencies, drive an ambulance, or learn valuable first aid and CPR skills, we can help you get started.
We need members in all positions and will work with your schedule.
Drivers
Drivers assist with transporting patients and help the crew with patients and medical equipment.
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have a clean driving record
- Must be able to help lift patients and medical equipment
- Driver training and CPR training are provided
First Responders
First Responders provide emergency care until additional medical help arrives.
- Must be at least 18 years old
- First Responder emergency training is provided
Emergency Medical Technicians
EMTs provide emergency medical care to patients and accompany them during transportation.
- Must be at least 18 years old
- EMT training is available through local EMS facilities
Cadet Membership
Cadet membership is available to those 16–18 years old who are interested in learning about emergency medical services.
Cadets can receive First Responder or EMT training and learn what it is like to be part of an emergency service organization.
Junior membership is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Come Meet Us
You don't need to make a commitment just to come by and talk to us.
Stop by the Park Street Building any Sunday between 10:00 AM and noon. Meet our members, see our equipment, and ask any questions you have about joining.
If you are interested in a Cadet Membership, please call 201-384-9575.
Community Programs
In addition to responding to emergencies, the Haworth Volunteer Ambulance Corps provides a number of services and training programs in the community, including:
- First aid training for local Scouting programs
- CPR training for grammar school students and teachers
- CPR training for members of the Haworth Police Department
- CPR training for members of the Haworth Fire Department
- Loaner medical equipment for residents
- Emergency medical transportation
Our services are always 100% free. We do not charge for emergency treatment or transportation.
ICE — In Case of Emergency
If you have a cell phone, consider adding an ICE (In Case of Emergency) contact to your phone.
If a medical emergency prevents you from speaking or providing information, emergency personnel may be able to use your phone to contact someone you have designated.
We also recommend keeping a copy of your medical information available, including:
- Emergency contact
- Medical history
- Current medications
- Allergies
- Doctor's name
- Preferred hospital
Active Members
Yaniv Becker, David Cohen, Tom Cusanelli, Jason Daniels, Lorrie De Zerga, Lisa Dhamija, Alan Dickstein, Nick Fazio, Ben Goldstein, Brian Groschel, Orit Gueron, Aanya Gupta, Roberta Hoag, Helah Kehati, Chris Kersul, Craig Layne, Mark Lichtblau, Cliff Martin, Louden Mazzeo, Jim McGuire, JoAnna Myung, Richard Myung, Nubar Nakashian, Karmishma Parekh, Michael Pepe, Andy Reithmayr, Donna Reithmayr, Alison Wallin, Carl Wallin.
Life Members
Donna Berman, Gina Duffy, Tom Duffy, Barbara Paller, Cliff Martin.
Cadets
Rachel Berman, Romack Goldstein, Emily Gong, Abby Heinze, Hanson Lee, Owen Lee, Melody Mor, Michael Topolski, Lior Yodfat.