St. Charles County Ambulance District

#MeetTheTeam - Logistics Manager Joe Brooks has overseen the Service Center at SCCAD for more than three years, providing oversight for vehicle maintenance, equipment repair, and supplying paramedic crews with the lifesaving tools they need. Going to work knowing he's taking care of his community makes it easy to report for duty each day - a feeling he shared when serving in the #AirForce. Joe feels that the people make the difference at SCCAD, making him feel welcome and a part of the #sccadems family.

This week, SCCAD said a very fond farewell to our longest-tenured team member - Captain Training Officer Rick Lane. Rick began his 40+ year career with the District in 1979, and has worked closely not only with our own team, but our partner fire protection districts as well. He's developed a number of mission-critical training initiatives, and is a well-respected leader within our organization. We wish him the absolute best in retirement!

The members of our Medic 20 #AugustaMO Volunteer First Response Team are an invaluable asset to our community, and today, one of its members is celebrating his fourth #SCCADiversary. Please join us in giving a big round of thanks to Scott Repke, who started with the team on this day in 2017. We appreciate your commitment and dedication, Scott!

Yesterday's fire in Danville, MO proved once again that #MutualAid is an important part of our industry. #sccadems Deputy Chief of Special Operations Jeremey Hollrah, along with others from the St. Louis Metro Task Force 1, provided assistance to local crews to contain the #hazmat situation.

Milestone #SCCADiversary alert! Today, four members of our team celebrate a quarter-century of service with #sccadems - Paramedics Mark Alexander, Bob Boyd, and Jeff Summers, along with Assistant Chief Kelly Cope began their tenure with the District on this day in 1996. Also celebrating today are Paramedics Heather Briggs and Fred Biermann, Lieutenant Jeremy Hunsel, Battalion Chief Rees Remington, Operations Captain Matt Schafer and Platoon Chief Brandon Jones - each of th...ese gentleman joined us in 2005, and are celebrating 16 years of service. To list the individual accomplishments of these group of nine would fill a book - from their work on the USAR and TEMS teams, to involvement with SCCAD Outreach, to long-term planning for the District, these team members have helped make SCCAD what it is today, and we appreciate them very much! See more

Big thanks to the team at Bank of Franklin County for treating the #sccadems #paramedics in their area to smoothies from the brand-new Soul Nutrition today. What a delicious way to end 2020!

Three cheers for #sccadems #EMTprogram Valedictorian Michael Kinkade and Salutatorian Brennan Roberts! In recognition of their outstanding academic efforts, the pair were awarded Mike Hansen Memorial scholarships. Congratulations, gentlemen!

Today, one of our longest-tenured team members celebrates 33 years of service with SCCAD! Paramedic Dave Enloe began his career with the District on this day in 1987, and has been a part of our tremendous growth in the community. He's helped thousands of individuals in all corners of the county, and we appreciate his dedication and commitment to our mission! Happy #SCCADiversary, Dave!

Today, two great members of our crew celebrate six years of service with SCCAD! Critical Care Paramedic Andy Law and Lieutenant Luke Remington have each worked tirelessly throughout their tenure to help us deliver exceptional mobile healthcare to St. Charles County, and we appreciate their commitment and dedication. Happy #SCCADiversary, gentlemen!

We wish every U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, United States Air Force and U.S. Coast Guard member past and present a very Happy Veterans Day! We appreciate your #service, #sacrifice and #dedication to protect our great nation!

#MeetTheTeam: Patrick Slape has been a paramedic at SCCAD for 15 years. In college, he had an interest in biology and was on track to graduate in that field. During his study, a group of friends with experience in EMS convinced him to use his biology skills to transition to the EMS world. Patrick has never experienced monotony on the job, because every day presents new challenges that help him grow. He appreciates that the leadership team at SCCAD take great care of employees and their families. Patrick is a member of the wellness committee, a group responsible for ensuring that paramedics have access to equipment and programs to maintain a healthy lifestyle. He recently earned his Community Paramedic credential, and plans to tackle the Critical Care program next.

Today, Battalion Chief Steve Scott celebrates 22 years of service with SCCAD! In addition to working closely with crews to provide exceptional patient care, Steve serves as a Task Force Leader for the St. Louis Metro Urban Search & Rescue Team. We appreciate his dedication to our team, our community and the region at large. Happy #SCCADiversary, Steve!

21 years ago today, paramedics Chris Jennings, Trish Kohlenhoefer and Chris Picker joined our team at SCCAD. They've been with us as we've navigated tremendous growth, and we appreciate the assistance they've provided to thousands of patients through the years - Happy #SCCADiversary!

Inside these boxes are delicious holiday meals prepared by the teams at Sugarfire Winghaven & Sugarfire Wentzville - the #sccadems #paramedics working on #christmas will be enjoying them thanks to the generosity of the Sugarfire crew, and their suppliers at US Foods & Kuna. We are absolutely overwhelmed by the support that our community shows our team.

#MeetTheTeam: Josh Peterson has been a paramedic with SCCAD for 4 years. Josh was inspired to join the EMS field after watching his father, who is also a paramedic. Josh has found a love for the responsibilities that come with being a paramedic, but he most enjoys the people that he’s met along the way. He strongly believes that the people are what make the difference at SCCAD. While he might not have the longest tenure compared to some of his coworkers, Josh is excited for the opportunities that will come as he continues his journey of being a paramedic.

If you’ve driven by SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis via I-70, you’ve probably noticed the tents set up outside. In this story, KSDK News gives viewers a look at how the hospital is adapting, and the struggles they’re facing amid #covid19

Today marks 17 years of service for Lieutenant Joanna McGaughey! Joanna began her SCCAD career as a volunteer with the Medic 20 Augusta first response team. She later joined our team on a full-time basis, but continues to be involved with Medic 20. Kudos, Joanna, on your #SCCADiversary - we're so happy to have you!

Please join us in wishing Paramedic Shawn Buescher a very happy fifth #SCCADiversary! In addition to his tireless efforts on the back of our ambulances, Shawn gives of his time and talent with Midwest Children's Burn Camp. Thanks, Shawn, for all of your dedication to our organization and the community at large!

St. Charles County has several outstanding regional hospitals, but occasionally patients in these facilities present with complex medical needs that require a higher level of care. In these situations, the highly-skilled #paramedics of the #sccadems #criticalcare team are here to help! Learn more about the expert care provided by this group in this clip from our friends at #OFallonTV.

The cans are counted, and today, #sccmo seniors came through in a HUGE way for Operation Food Search - #filltheambulancewithfood netted 7,128 lbs. of food and $1045 in cash contributions to help #healhunger in our community. Despite all the challenges #covid_19 presented, these retirement communities rose to the occasion! #community #christmas #hungerrelief #ambulance #ems

Anid the challenges of 2020, here’s a great story to kick-start your weekend! This morning, members of the East Central EMS Region committee presented two #sccadems crews with Lifesaving Awards for their efforts on high-acuity calls last year. Paramedics Scott Cooke and Mike Hall, along with Battalion Chief Steve Scott were honored for a successful pediatric cardiac arrest resuscitation, and their patient, Harrison, was able to join them for the honor! Paramedic Jeff Hinkebein, Lieutenant Kim Fox and Battalion Chief Laura Sicking were recognized for their efforts for a patient who experienced complications after delivery of a newborn.

The crew at Freedom Fitness Wentzville asked if they could be part of #filltheambulancewithfood for Operation Food Search, and delivered in a HUGE way! 900 lbs. of food to help #healhunger in one stop!

#filltheambulancewithfood for Operation Food Search is off to an awesome start! 1628 lbs. of food & $945 in cash donations to help #healhunger in #sccmo!

It is with immense pride that we announce that #sccadems Battalion Chief Brian Schnelle was presented the Greater St. Louis Area Fire Chiefs Association’s Phoenix Award. This honor is reserved for individuals who have been involved in at least 10 successful cardiac arrest saves. Brian had been part of 11 and counting, and we’re so grateful that the individuals he and his crews have impacted are able to spend this holiday season with their family!

#MeetTheTeam: Renee Foeller has been a paramedic for 20 years, 15 of which have been spent with SCCAD! Every time that she guides a patient through a traumatic point in their life, Renee feels a sense of pride that her work helps to better the community. The simple thank you’s she receives from patients are what truly make the difference to her, as they are a reminder that even the smallest of actions can make the biggest difference in a life. Renee believes that a combination of industry leading & technology, as well as the most dedicated people set SCCAD apart from anywhere else.

Today we have four great #paramedics celebrating four years of service! Please join us in wishing Nick Dohrman, Dorian Herndon, Ben Hess and Kevin Vogelsang a very happy #SCCADiversary! From patient advocacy to assistance with SCCAD Outreach endeavors in the community, we appreciate everything they do!

Today, we have three great #paramedics celebrating three years of service with SCCAD! Please join us in giving Kudos to Evan Fitzwalter, Erin Mercurio and Brice Otte! We appreciate their efforts to help us deliver exceptional mobile healthcare to our community, and wish them a very happy #sccadiversary!

Milestone #SCCADiversary Alert! Today marks THREE DECADES of service for Battalion Chief Laura Sicking! Laura joined our team in 1990, and has been a vital part of our growth. She's worked in all corners of our community first as a paramedic before her promotion to BC. She's a capable leader that helps us deliver on our mission to provide extraordinary mobile healthcare each and every day. Congratulations on 30 years, Laura - we appreciate you!

This week, the American Ambulance Association stressed the importance of additional #Covid19 stimulus funding for #EMS, citing the significantly increased overtime and PPE, coupled with reductions in revenue that services throughout the nation have endured. Kim St. Onge and the KMOV team talked with us about the financial impact that Covid 19 has had on #sccadems - take a look here:

Happy second #SCCADiversary to Accounting Supervisor Lori Nordstrom! You won't find her in the back of an ambulance, but rather ensuring that all things financial flow smoothly. From payroll to purchasing, Lori is adept at making "cents" of it all (see what we did there!). Kudos on two years, and here's to many more, Lori!

Five great members of our team are celebrating five years of service with SCCAD today! Kudos to Paramedics Erika DeMoulin, Jonathan Mercer, Chad Metz, Aaron Parker and Greg Rupp. In addition to their day to day duties, each of these individuals have found other ways to give to our organization and our community, taking on leadership roles within SCCAD Outreach to lead #LifesaverCPR sessions, chair fundraisers like our golf tournament, and much more. Kudos on five years - here's to many more!

#MeetTheTeam: Blake Gabbard has been a paramedic for 13 years, spending the last 6 years with SCCAD. Blake became a paramedic because he wanted the ability to help people at their worst moment and have variety in his workplace; two things he encountered as part of an ice rescue that later became the inspiration for the movie Breakthrough. It was special for him to see the work that he and all the paramedics at SCCAD do be recognized in such an impactful way. As a member of t...he #CriticalCare team, Blake often encounters high acuity patients that need specialized transport and treatment past the emergency room doors. He was excited to become a member of the growing team, knowing SCCAD’s commitment to excellence and history of expansion. His goal was to see critical care be championed in the community, and helping the program expand has provided opportunities to grow professionally. See more

Today might very well be the most popular #SCCADiversary day of the year! We have an incredible 15 individuals who have joined us on this date throughout the years. Settle in, this will take a bit! Celebrating a milestone 20 years of service are Paramedic Dave Henke, Lieutenant Sherri Hercules and Battalion Chief Kari Martin. Celebrating 3 years of service are Paramedics Taylor Bookout, Jeff Eastman, Bri Gabbard, Drew Quintana and Harlan Rainey.... Celebrating 2 years of service are Paramedics Brian Beard, Andrew Fisher, Alex Long, Ryan McConnell, Thomas Monroe, Jessica Pape, and Jenna Suedemeyer. Congratulations to each and every one of these individuals who help make our organization and community great!

It's #Thanksgiving, and we're certainly grateful for the outstanding trio celebrating their 13th #SCCADiversary today! Paramedic Matt Kuhn, Lieutenant Kim Fox and Transfer Division Platoon Chief Josh McGaughey joined our team on this day in 2007, and we so appreciate their hard work, dedication and patient advocacy!

Inside of the boxes below are full #Thanksgiving meals from Sugarfire Wentzville and Sugarfire Winghaven. They’re making their way out to SCCAD stations across our community for #paramedics working the holiday to enjoy. When we called to inquire about ordering, the Sugarfire crew said these are on us. Amid this challenging year, we as an organization have many things to be #thankful for; not the least of which is a supportive community that demonstrates time and again that they support the work we do. We see it, and we appreciate it. Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

Join us for a quick fly around (and fly-through!) our Consolidated Campus! In this clip, you'll see progress of the fleet maintenance, logistics & supply, training, simulation lab, lobby and conference room areas. We'll continue to bring you video updates as the building takes shape, and look forward to welcoming members of our community in 2021 when the facility is completed. The campus is part of the District's 10-year capital improvement plan, which also includes numerous EMS stations and vehicle purchases. The plan was funded by residents' overwhelming support of #propambulance, our 2018 general obligation bond issue.

Milestone #SCCADiversary Alert! Battalion Chief Sean Remington, MIH Captain Kimberlyn Tihen, and Paramedic Steve House are celebrating a quarter-century with St. Charles County Ambulance District today! This trio joined our team in 1995, and have helped thousands of individuals within our community through the years, taking on different roles and responsibilities to benefit our organization and residents. Congrats on 25 great years!

#MeetTheTeam: Supply Technician Benjamain Corbett just celebrated his first anniversary, and has already become an invaluable member of our team. His responsibilities include receiving supplies to the service center and distributing them to our stations and other facilities across our 592 square mile service area. He loves that at the service center, there are no "typical" days. Every day presents new logistical challenges that he and his teammates must address to make sure the operation runs smoothly. For this reason, he always leaves satisfied knowing his work enables #sccadems paramedics to provide world-class #mobilehealthcare to the residents of #StCharlesCounty.

Today marks four years of service for six great members of our team! Please join us in wishing a Happy #SCCADiversary to paramedics Alyssa Forsyth, Matt Gallagher, Megan Hunter, Scott Lindquist, Josh Peterson and Justin Veres. Some serve on our non-emergency transfer division, some are on the 911 side of the operation, and all contribute in their own way to our Outreach efforts in the community!

We have a trio of paramedics celebrating their second #SCCADiversary today! Please join us in congratulating Andrew Fowler, Steven Kedl and Nicholas Triplett. Each of these gentlemen have assisted hundreds of patients during their tenure, and we're grateful for their dedication!

Today, we're celebrating the first #SCCADiversary for 15 members of our part-time team! Please join us in congratulating Nina Alvarez, Holly Baker, Courtney Dockler, Zachary Kavanaugh, Todd Lesinski, DJ Markivee, Jeff Mazanec, Chelsae Oelze, Taylor Schaefer, Jason Schulz, Lyle Shallenberger, Brittany Smiley, Brandon Walker, Heather Wiegmann and Courtney Zeisset!

Our team responds to about 45,000 calls a year, which means they go through lots of gauze, IV starts, 12-lead stickers, and a host of other supplies. Thankfully, Supply Technician Benjaman Corbett is there to keep all of our stations well stocked with supplies! Today marks his very first #SCCADiversary! Congratulations, Ben - we're so glad you're here!

We're celebrating the eighth #SCCADiversary of eight team members today! Some work on our non-emergency transfer division, some work on the 911 side of the operation, and all have contributed greatly to our success. Big thanks and kudos to Bret Crawford, Josh Hicks, Mike Ilges, Brian Lewis, Scott Varwig, Dan Weiman, Shawn Welsch and Chadwin Young!

Today marks 26 years of service for SCCAD Patient Accounts Representative Susie Kitchen. Through her years with the District, she's helped to ensure that tens of thousands of ambulance trips are coded properly for insurance carriers. Thanks, Susie, for your unending attention to detail and willingness to help our residents!

Today, we have four team members celebrating their 14th #SCCADiversary! Please join us in giving kudos to Paramedics Renee Foeller and Louis Romanowski, Lieutenant Jeremy Pipkens and Captain Stephanie Ashford!

We our community and had a blast coming together with agencies throughout the region for this video!

You won't find him running 911 calls, but from hardware to software, IT Support Specialist Shawn Biver tackles a variety of projects for SCCAD! Today, he celebrates six years of service with the District. Happy #SCCADiversary, Shawn!

Take a look at the transformation that's taken place at the site of our consolidated campus facility! The facility is completely under roof, and the LayneCo Construction Services team is hard at work on the interior. We're still targeting a mid-2021 completion, and look forward to moving in. The campus is the biggest project in our 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan, which residents put into action with their approval of #PropAmbulance back in 2018.

Today marks 28 years of service for Paramedic Robert Sitze! Rob is one of our longest-tenured employees, and has helped us grow from a small EMS provider to one of the largest in the state of Missouri. He's helped thousands of patients throughout his tenure, and we appreciate his efforts. Happy #SCCADiversary, Rob!

We're extraordinarily proud to announce that our paramedics once again earned Gold Plus status in the American Heart Association's 2020 #MissionLifeline program, which recognizes excellence in treatment of severe heart attacks. This marks SCCAD's second consecutive Gold Plus honor, and our seventh overall inclusion on the Mission: Lifeline list. Full details here: https://sccad.com//good-as-gold-aha-gives-sccad-high-/2602

Kudos to Paramedic Amy Jennings and Lieutenant Sarah McCarthy, who are celebrating 18 years of service with SCCAD today! Through the years, these two have aided thousands of patients, and we appreciate their efforts. Happy #SCCADiversary!

Our friends at St. Peters TV stopped by the new station on Old Mill Parkway just before we officially opened. Take a quick look through the inside with Asst. Chief Kelly Cope, and learn more about upcoming projects in our capital improvement plan from Chief Taz Meyer.

Know a #paramedic who can help further our mission to provide extraordinary #mobilehealthcare to our #community? Send them our way - we’d love to talk with them!

Halloween looks a little different than usual this year, but we're still working with our friends at St. Charles City-County Library and State Farm to keep trick-or-treaters safe. Gather your goblins and check out our safety tips, take a virtual tour of a SCCAD ambulance, and hear a not-too-spooky story - Creepy Carrots!

Have you picked up this week's edition of Community News Publications? The cover story is an in-depth look at the current state of our 10-year capital improvement plan, with some insight into the data-driven process for selecting station locations. Pick up your copy at Dierbergs Markets or Schnucks, or read online here: https://mycnews.com/st-charles-county/

We’re ready for a great night of handing out #halloweensafety glow bracelets at the Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree! Thanks to State Farm for supporting this community safety program year after year!

Today, Maintenance Technician Scott Henderson celebrates his first #SCCADiversary! From planned projects to unexpected repairs, Scott and the maintenance crew do a wonderful job keeping our EMS stations and other District facilities in great shape. Thanks, Scott - here's to many more!

This week, our board of directors had the opportunity to check out the progress at the site of our consolidated campus, which is under construction on Salt River Road in St. Peters. We’re fully under roof, and things are moving right along - still targeting a mid 2021 opening! The campus is the single biggest project included in the District’s 10 Year Capital Improvement Plan, which voters put into motion two years ago with their overwhelming support of #propambulance , our general obligation bond issue.

Mark your calendar, gather your goblins, and join us on October 19 as we talk #trickortreat safety, take a virtual tour of a #sccadems ambulance and read a not-too-spooky story!

Yesterday, we were able to capture some aerial footage of crews from more than a dozen agencies across the region working collaboratively to battle the blaze at Woodland Marina

#MeetTheTeam: Mark "Sharky Alexander has been in the field of EMS for 30 years, 24 of them with SCCAD. Before coming to SCCAD, he worked as a firefighter in Illinois, specializing in underwater search & rescue. Upon suggestion from a colleague, he made the move to SCCAD to be part of an up and coming community. During his tenure he has been part of the USAR and SWAT teams, and has served as an adjunct instructor for many training center classes. Mark has a keen interest in scuba diving, and has done so all over the world; when he's not at work, he serves as an on-set medic and safety diver for National Geographic in various waters around the globe! In 2010, he was inducted into the Explorers Club of NYC.

Today’s fire at Woodland Marina presented several unique challenges, but proved to be strong example of collaboration and teamwork. Under the command of Orchard Farm Fire Protection District, resources from around the county and beyond were put into action. SCCAD paramedics treated and transported one patient with non-life threatening injuries, and provided rehab services to firefighters working to contain the blaze.

We're already looking ahead to the next #sccadems #infrastructure projects in our Capital Improvement Plan! In spring of next year, we'll start construction on two new stations - on north of 364, and one in Harvester. Get the details in this video!

Milestone #SCCADiversary alert! Today marks 15 years of service for Medic 20 Augusta, Missouri First Response team member John Freeman. John's volunteerism also extends to the Augusta, MO Community Volunteer Fire Department, making him a truly invaluable part of the community. Thanks, John, for all you do to help others!

The stations on Old Mill Pkwy. and East Pearce Blvd. are up and running, and we’re looking ahead to the next projects in our 10-year capital improvement plan! Get the details in this KSDK News story.

Congratulations to Paramedic Sean Kiely and Battalion Chief Greg Maddock, who are celebrating their 9th #SCCADiversary today. They've collectively helped thousands of patients through the years, and serve on numerous committees for the District. Thanks, gentlemen for all you do!