Skidaway Island First Responders

The Skidaway Island Medical First Responders were formed in 1984 by a group of community volunteers. The mission of the group is to ensure rapid medical response time for members of our island community.

In addition to the First Responders, The Landings Association has contracted with the Chatham Emergency Service (CES) Fire Department to provide one of the firetrucks on the island as a state-registered ALS (Advance Life Support) unit that is staffed 24/7 by a Paramedic.

In the event of a medical emergency, TLA Security, the Paramedic, First Responders, and ambulance are paged to the scene. First Responders carry basic medical kits plus oxygen, while Security patrol vehicles carry defibrillators (AED). The ALS firetruck is equipped with all the same equipment as an ambulance. All The Landings Association’s facilities and The Landings Golf & Athletic Club clubhouses, tennis, and fitness facilities also have AEDs on the premises.

No emergency call is routine, so it is essential that our medical teams respond as quickly as possible. Immediately upon arriving on the scene of a medical emergency, First Responders and the Paramedic assess the patient needs, obtain patient vital signs, record patient medical history, and perform any necessary medical care, including preparing a patient for immediate transfer to an ambulance if required.

Skidaway Island First Responders is funded through local philanthropic organizations and individual donations. It is approved by the State of Georgia’s Department of Human Resources as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation.

If you are interested in receiving additional information about our services or are interested in joining our team of First Responders, please contact us. Training is thorough, and a medical background is not necessary. For additional information, contact: