BACKGROUND: Lisa Anderson is a member of the KAA board and an EMT who moved to Killingworth from California in 2012.
Q: You came here from California. Were you an EMT there? And, if so, how different is this experience?
ANDERSON: I was an EMT in Oakland for a commercial service and also worked as a trauma-room tech for one of the largest trauma centers in northern California. Working for a commercial service vs. a community volunteer service I found really interesting. I love the volunteer system. It’s so nice to see the passion we all have for what we’re doing day and night. We truly have an amazing group of fire/EMS volunteers in Killingworth.
Q: How long have you worked as an EMT?
ANDERSON: Nine years.
Q: Why did you decide to become one?
ANDERSON: I was working in Corporate America and was tired of making money for other people. I am a giver, not a taker.
Q: You were mentioned specifically in our Testimonials section by a cyclist who fell in Chatfield Hollow and needed help. He said he is forever grateful for your assistance. You remember that incident?
ANDERSON: I do. I am super happy I was able to help him and get him to the hospital comfortably.
Q: Approximately how many calls were you on last year?
ANDERSON: I do not recall the amount of calls I ran this past year. I did run a good amount. I have some amazing partners I have shared those calls with. I am appreciative for the great group we have at KAA.
Q: What should people know about the KAA that perhaps they don’t?
ANDERSON: KAA is a great volunteer system, and I have enjoyed being a part of it the past three years. Being new to the community, it has been a great way to meet people and learn more about the town of Killingworth. I highly encourage anyone who loves to help to come join our fabulous system. Even if you do not want or can’t run calls, we have an amazing board and opportunities for reaching out to our community to help educate folks of health-care needs.