Gull Lake EMS: Always There, Always Ready
- Gull Lake Events
- May 7
- 2 min read
Updated: May 8
Honoring Our Lifesaving Professionals During EMS Week
In emergencies, every second counts. Whether it's a vehicle accident, a medical crisis, or a community emergency, EMS professionals stand ready—trained to provide critical care when it matters most. Across the country and right here in Gull Lake, these dedicated individuals don’t just serve the community—they are part of it.
In small towns, you’re more likely to encounter situations that involve friends, neighbors, or even family members. I know how challenging it is because I have never forgotten those calls—each one demanding not only technical expertise but also an unwavering focus on the patient and the emergency at hand, especially when the situation involves someone you know personally. Having served as a Primary Care Paramedic for 30 years with Gull Lake EMS, I've experienced firsthand the dedication, skill, and strength it takes to serve a community.
Expanding the Role: More Than Just Emergency Response
Our EMS professionals are not only first responders— they are problem-solvers, caregivers, and leaders, stepping up in moments when people need them most. Yet their role extends far beyond urgent medical interventions; they also provide long-term patient support, ensuring continued healthcare access for those who need it.
A perfect example of this expanded care is Gull Lake EMS’s participation in the new Community Paramedicine Program. This initiative allows paramedics to offer ongoing care through home visits, health assessments, medication assistance, wound care, welfare checks, follow-up care, and connections to additional healthcare services. Residents can access these services at no cost, ensuring that those who might struggle to reach traditional healthcare facilities receive essential support in their own homes.
By broadening their focus beyond emergency response, Gull Lake EMS is helping patients not only during crises but also with follow-up care and recovery—bridging the gap between immediate medical intervention and long-term healthcare solutions.
Celebrating EMS Week: "We Care. For Everyone."
Celebrating EMS Week: "We Care. For Everyone." (May 18–24, 2025)
This year's National EMS Week, celebrated from May 18 to 24, 2025, carries the theme "We Care. For Everyone." The theme perfectly encapsulates the dedication, compassion, and commitment of our EMS professionals. It serves as a reminder of the vital role they play—not only during emergencies but also in consistently supporting the health and well-being of our community.
Gull Lake EMS Hosts EMS Week BBQ!
To celebrate the growing and evolving role of EMS professionals, Gull Lake EMS is hosting a special BBQ event during EMS Week!
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Ambulance Base, 3575 Rutland Ave
Meat Provided By: Ranch House Meat Company Inc.
Join them for a come-and-go BBQ, where you can enjoy great food and meaningful conversations while recognizing the impact of our EMS professionals—past, present, and future.
Gull Lake EMS remains deeply committed to the health and safety of our community, truly living up to being "Always There, Always Ready" and exemplifying the spirit of "We Care. For Everyone." Be sure to stop by and wish our EMS team well as they continue their vital work.
Blake Campbell
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