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By Irene Welker and AJ Reilly Many years ago, I was at a gathering with several friends. We were all having a great time until suddenly, one friend slumped to the ground. He could barely breathe, then he passed out. He was having a heart attack! I was aware that CPR could save his life, but had never taken a class. Luckily, another friend did know CPR. She took charge. Bending over our friend, she simultaneously started compressions and ordered us to call 911. Her quick actions saved our friend's life. What would you do if this happened to you? A recent survey showed that only half of Americans could or would perform lifesaving CPR. That's because the other half don't know what to do, fear legal ramifications or hurting the victim, and think someone else will come to the rescue. But the benefits of performing CPR far outweigh the risks and can double or triple the chance of survival. So don't wait for someone else to step up. Learn and do CPR. You might save someone you love. Knowing how to correctly perform CPR can mean the difference between life and death for anyone who is experiencing a heart attack and has stopped breathing. Four to six minutes without oxygen is all it takes to cause brain damage. A quick response may not only minimize irreversible brain damage, but it could also save the life of anyone who is experiencing this type of medical emergency. On Dec. 13, 2007, Congress unanimously passed a resolution to set aside June 1-7 each year as National CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Awareness Week to spotlight how lives can be saved if more Americans know CPR and how to use an AED. If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love. All residents are invited to celebrate National CPR and AED Awareness Week in our community by learning the proper technique of two-hand CPR. Sign up for Hands Only CPR classes where you will practice on our four new state-of-the-art CPR manikins. You will also learn how to use AEDs and will be shown where all 12 are located throughout our community. SIGN UP FOR CPR SUNDAYS with AJ Reilly and Pam Torkkola. Two classes will be held on the fourth Sunday of the month starting June 25. The first class will be held from noon to 1 pm, and the second will be from 1 to 2 pm. Each class will be limited to 12 people. The sign-up clipboard is located in The Lodge Lobby on the counter by the Theater entrance. Learn the two simple steps of Hands-Only CPR if you witness a teen or adult suddenly collapse: Call 9-1-1 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of Staying Alive until help arrives. Knowing How to Perform CPR could Save a Life CPR SUNDAYS START THIS MONTH Congratulations to Karen Evans who submitted the names Ringo, Paul, John, and George, saying "The Beatles' music can alleviate pain and enhance healing." The judges loved this entry because everyone in our 55+ community can relate to these guys! There were many great entries. "Come Together" and meet our four new CPR Manikins at our CPR Sunday classes where you can rename your manikin while you practice hands only CPR. Karen Evans, come to The Lodge and collect your reward. Winner of the "Name The Manikin" contest FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | JUNE 2023 25