Community First Responders, whilst unpaid, are often critical in stabilising emergency situations before an ambulance crew arrives on scene. Talking to this group of First Responders, I was bowled over by their stories. These are remarkable individuals, but they are in need of new recruits. If you have even just a few hours a week to spare and you'd like to find out more about becoming a First Responder, visit: http://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join.../community-first-responders