Sun SafetyOur Safe Kids Southern Tier New York has partnered with the Olean YMCA to enhance sun safety at the Erick Laine Outdoor Center by installing sunscreen dispensers. This initiative aims to protect visitors from sun-related skin conditions and health risks. The Erick Laine Outdoor Center, featuring a splash pad and airnasium, provides families with a fun and safe environment. Community members are encouraged to enjoy the new amenities and follow sun safety tips such as wearing sunscreen, covering up, and staying hydrated. My granddaughter, Kallahan, has already put the sunscreen dispensers to good use!  ARC Area Development PresentationEarlier this week, I had the opportunity to present at the Southern Tier West Board of Directors meeting, where we were considered for funding for the FY2025 Appalachian Regional Commission Area Development Program. This was a wonderful chance to share information about the community paramedicine program we have been developing. I am pleased to announce that our project was ranked highly, and we have been invited to complete the full application.  $185K Grant for STHCS Roof ReplacementI am thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a grant from New York State Governor Kathy Hochul's office through the DASNY Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP). The $185,730 grant will enable us to replace the roof at our headquarters in Olean. We are grateful for this funding, part of a larger initiative that has awarded over $40 million in capital grants to over 130 nonprofit organizations across New York State.  Successful Start for 2024 EMT-B AcademyThe 2024 Southern Tier EMT-B Academy is off to a fantastic start with 10 enthusiastic students. This academy-style course offers a fast-paced curriculum, allowing students to complete the program in a shortened time period. Our dedicated program assistants, Brookelinn and Ellie, have been working diligently to coordinate the academy, and the students are thoroughly enjoying their experience so far! We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our instructors and preceptor sites. Without their support, this type of program would not be possible. 
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