Just before Christmas 2017 a discussion arose about the number of AEDs which were available in the greater Malahide area, who was trained in their use and which had 24 hour accessibility. As a result Lion Paula Bradley was charged with the task of providing answers to these questions and she produced a comprehensive list. It turns out that Malahide is well served with AEDs but training is sporadic at best. Some Lion members had undergone training as members of other clubs/organisations and it was decided to make training available for those who were interested. Lion Damian Carberry informed a meeting that his wife Michelle was a trainer as part of her work with the HSE. On the evening of February 21st Michelle and Ger, another HSE trainer, hosted a training session in the Grand Hotel for ten Lions, only a few of whom had previous experience. The session covered CPR (including AED) for Adults and Infants. It was a very valuable experience (and hard work into the bargain!!). It was decided at a subsequent meeting to hold another session open to staff who worked at locations where AEDs are located.
Defibrillators in Malahide- Where can they be found? (*24 hour access) Dial-a-cab Taxi Rank*, Grand Hotel*, All local primary schools, Malahide Community School, Malahide Lawn Tennis Club, St. Sylvester's GAA Club, Malahide Cricket Club, Malahide Rugby Club, Gibney's, Aideen's Medical Hall, SuperValu, Malahide Parish Pastoral Centre, Seabury Medical Centre, Malahide Marina Reception.
Some pictures of the first session (by Damian Carberry). Click on any image for a larger version.
