FREE Hands for Life CPR & AED Training – 20th February 2025

Shankill & Ballybrack CFR are holding a free CPR training event on Thursday 20th February  2025 @ 7pm in St Anne’s Resource Centre beside the church. How to recognise when someone is in cardiac arrest Confidently how to make a 999/112 call Describe the sequence to provide hands only CPR to an adult and practice on our […]

CALL REPORT 2024

**277 Calls Answered in 2024! We’re proud to announce a huge milestone: 277 emergency calls responded to in 2024 – almost 250% increase from the previous  year! This achievement highlights the vital role Community First Responders play in our local communities. Often first on scene, CFRs provide life-saving interventions, comfort, and a crucial link until […]

FREE Hands for Life CPR & AED Training – 2nd Dec 2024

Shankill & Ballybrack CFR are holding a free CPR training event on Monday 2nd December 2024 @ 7pm in St Anne’s Resource Centre beside the church. If you have ever wanted to learn this life-saving skill, or want to practice your CPR skills, this is the event for you. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot by registering […]

CALL OUT FOR VOLUNTEERS

OPEN NIGHT – NOVEMBER 11TH 7PM @ ST. ANNES RESOURCE CENTRE   Ever wonder what our Community First Responders do and what it takes to be part of such a group?    Community First Responders (CFRs) play an important role in emergency situations by providing immediate assistance in medical emergencies before professional services arrive. With no medical background required, volunteers who live […]

FREE Hands for Life CPR & AED Training – Oct 24th 2024

Shankill & Ballybrack CFR are holding a free CPR training event on Thursday 24th  October 2024 @ 7pm in St Anne’s Resource Centre beside the church. If you have ever wanted to learn this life-saving skill, or want to practice your CPR skills, this is the event for you. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot by registering here

New Public Access Defibrillator – Hali Cherrywood

We are thrilled to announce a new Public Access Defibrilator (PAD) has been installed at the pedestrian entrance between the Hunt and Galvin buildings in Hali Cherrywood! These PADs are vital for emergency cardiac situations, and help to make our community a safer place for all. Huge thanks to Hali team for help in making […]

FREE Hands for Life CPR & AED Training – Sept 23rd 2024

Shankill & Ballybrack CFR are holding a free CPR training event on Monday 23rd September 2024 @ 7pm in St Anne’s Resource Centre beside the church. If you have ever wanted to learn this life-saving skill, or want to practice your CPR skills, this is the event for you. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot by registering here

Mid Year Impact Report

Our efforts to provide CPR and life-saving skills training to individuals in our community have been steadily climbing, with a total of 389 people trained from the surrounding communities. We’ve also continued expanding our network of strategically placed PADs (Public Access Defibrillators) in neighboring areas, with a total of 14 installed and maintained by our […]

Community & Volunteer Awards April 2024

We  are super excited to share that Shankill & Ballybrack CFR has won the esteemed Community and Volunteer Award 2024 in the Community & Civic Pride category from Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council last night.  This recognition underscores the significance and value of our efforts within the communities we serve. None of his would be achievable […]

FREE Hands for Life CPR & AED Training – May 16th 2024

Shankill & Ballybrack CFR are holding a free CPR training event on Thursday 16th May 2024 @ 7pm in St Anne’s Resource Centre beside the church. If you have ever wanted to learn this life-saving skill, or want to practice your CPR skills, this is the event for you. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot by registering here