I started this business because I am passionate about learning, CPR, and the American Red Cross. I was first trained at age 13 in the babysitter training series and saved enough money through babysitting to send myself overseas when I was 16 – an incredible experience! Also at age 16, I began donating blood for the American Red Cross as an excuse to get out of my high school classes (who, me?) but it became so much more than that. I learned after his death, that my dad was a Red Cross blood donor. Every time I donate it reconnects me to him, even after all these years. I am now working on my 7th gallon donation! I hope to hit 10 someday. My dad died of a cardiac arrest before AEDs were readily available, and early treatment may have saved his life. I have been in many situations where my Red Cross Training has been so useful: a scientific diver (PADI Certified), a project manager (OSHA certified), a volunteer for medical and community clinics, a caregiver, and a pharmacist in both hospital and community roles. I have been certified with the American Red Cross for over 30 year and the skills I maintain prepare me for these roles and so much more. So when I named the company Heart and Mind, it is because my heart and mind are dedicated to responding to emergencies and promoting initiatives of the American Red Cross.
Empower yourself
Emergency preparedness is being able to handle anything that comes your way. From gaining workplace qualifications, to being capable of responding in emergencies to building your business, the learning you gain here is something you will carry with you forever!
