CRHC Awarded SAMHSA Grant to Support Emergency Services, AED Training To Impact SWI Communities

Clarinda Regional Health Center • July 15, 2025

Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is proud to share it has been awarded a prestigious federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to support Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training, recruitment, and lifesaving preparedness efforts across Page, Taylor, and Montgomery Counties. This competitive grant has been the topic of much planning over the last 12 months, so that it could be implemented over a two-year performance period. These efforts begun September 30, 2024 and will conclude in September 2026.


Through the awarded grant, Clarinda Regional Health Center has been working on launching a multi-faceted initiative focused on strengthening the region’s emergency response capabilities. Funding will directly support these iniatitives:


  • College tuition for 10 EMT scholarship recipients, covering the cost of the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course and certification to help recruit and train the next generation of emergency responders.
  • Purchase of 67 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to be installed in key businesses and organizations throughout Page, Taylor, and Montgomery Counties. See map below.
  • AED education for each organization receiving an AED, ensuring proper usage and maintenance of the life-saving devices.
  • Free community education sessions across the three counties on how to use an AED and respond effectively in a cardiac emergency.
  • Procurement of new LifePak Defibrillators to upgrade lifesaving equipment for emergency teams at Clarinda Regional Health.
  • Planning and hosting of a free, one-day regional EMS training event for all emergency personnel in southwest Iowa, promoting collaboration, skill development, and professional support.
  • Attending job fairs to support EMS and healthcare recruitment throughout the region.
  • Sending a CRHC staff member for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training to enhance emergency readiness and safety protocols.


“This grant provides critical resources to improve EMS readiness in our communities while expanding access to AEDs and lifesaving education,” said Jennifer Chambers, Director of Emergency Services, at Clarinda Regional Health Center. “We are especially proud to invest in EMT students and regional emergency responders who are essential to the health and safety of our region.”


The SAMHSA grant aligns with CRHC’s mission to provide quality, compassionate healthcare while fostering strong community partnerships and improving rural health outcomes.


More information on upcoming AED installations, community education events, and the regional EMS training day will be shared in the coming months.


For questions or to learn how your organization can get involved in this effort, contact Clarinda Regional Health Center's EMS Department at 712-542-8289 or visit clarindahealth.com.


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About Clarinda Regional Health Center is a critical access hospital serving southwest Iowa with a full spectrum of healthcare services. Committed to excellence, innovation, and community well-being, CRHC partners with individuals and organizations to build a healthier region.

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