A Town-wide Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program

In 2007, the Foundation launched a free, public AED program as a crucial first step in improving survival rates from cardiac arrest. Now the program is administered by the East Hampton Village EMS Department which coordinates training, logistics, and selecting locations in East Hampton Town.

45 AEDs have been placed in houses of worship, libraries, museums, restaurants, and other public places. Each location receives a free AED, free training on proper usage and CPR, and free maintenance of the equipment. These defibrillators are in addition to the ones provided by various East Hampton municipal agencies.

The American Heart Association has named East Hampton a “Heart Safe Community.” The Foundation is proud to have played an important role in introducing this life-saving program.