Save More Lives Challenge | Starting Hearts Avon Colorado

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in America.

Raise awareness for Sudden Cardiac Arrest and learn how you can save a life.

TAKE THE CHALLENGE

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WATCH
this 2-minute
CALL. PUSH. SHOCK.™
training video here

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RECORD
yourself practicing compressions on household items

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SHARE
your content with hashtag
#Save More Lives

FOLLOW #Save More Lives

We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy in these tumultuous times! Whether you're staying indoors, going to work, or running to the store, please remember these tips from the CDC to keep yourself, your family, and the immuno-compromised - ... 15 Likes

Timeline Photos "Staying alive, staying alive, ah ah ah ah Stayin alive"
Did you know you can sing “Stayin’ Alive” to know the rhythm to use when performing compressions?
Learn more in one of our free CPR/DEFIB classes. Register by visiting: SaveMoreLives.org 4 Likes

This simple machine gives mothers, sisters, fathers, brothers, children and friends a second chance at life.
Learn more about our AED placement programs by visiting our website: StartingHearts.org/place-a-defibrillator/
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Meet Heather Baker: Cardiac Arrest Survivor Heather was a healthy, active, 28-year-old District Curriculum Director with no signs of any heart problems when she suddenly collapsed in the district conference room.
Just one month before, Heather's co-workers had gone through CPR training. So, when she collapsed, ... 2 Comments 7 Likes

Take a moment to count your blessings - it’s good for your heart. Gratitude lowers stress levels, relieving pressure on your heart. .
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#HeartHealth #HealthyHeart #HeartHealthy #CardiovascularHealth #Cardiovascular #SuddenCardiacarrest #SCAawareness #Cardiacarrest #HeartSaver #CPRSavesLives #SaveMoreLives #SaveMoreLivesChallenge 2 Comments 22 Likes

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Timeline Photos This could be the most important selfie you take.
Show us you're ready to #SaveMoreLives by finding the nearest DEFIB for locations you frequent. 5 Likes

Forget Waldo. Where’s your local defibrillator? We want to see your smiling face with that little lifesaver. .
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#AED #AEDTraining #CPRCertified #CPRCertification #Defib #Defibrillator #Defibrillators #BystanderCPR ##Vail #VailColorado #EagleCounty #EagleCountyColorado #ColoradoLife #VailValley #ColoradoInstagram #VailMountain 39 Likes

One afternoon right before sharing a cup of tea, Betty Neal collapsed in her kitchen without warning. Luckily, her roommate noticed her and immediately began CPR as she called 911. Her quick actions saved Betty’s life.
Learn CPR for your ... 11 Likes

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Timeline Photos Countless people will live another day all because an AED was nearby. Help get more of these lifesaving machines placed in your community by learning more about our AED placement program: StartingHearts.org/place-a-defibrillator 3 Likes

In the past 10 years, Starting Hearts has provided more than 25,000 CALL.PUSH.SHOCK™ training sessions thanks to your help.
Thank you for helping us to meet our goal of saving 100,000 Sudden Cardiac Arrest victims by the year 2040. We ... 2 Comments 23 Likes

Timeline Photos Betty was preparing a meal in the kitchen when she suddenly collapsed. Her roommate, Tina, quickly responded by providing CPR compressions with one hand and calling 911 with the other.
Later they discovered that she had experienced a sudden cardiac ... 5 Likes

Sign up for a FREE 45 min course at our Avon training facility to learn CPR/DEFIB and #SaveMoreLives.
We offer individual and group training for youth, adults, businesses, neighborhoods and other organizations.
If you don't see a course that works ... 21 Likes

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Timeline Photos Just like you wouldn't let your kids play ball without a helmet, don't let them play without a DEFIB on-site.
An DEFIB can significantly improve a child’s chances of surviving sudden cardiac arrest. Don't take the risk, make sure your ... 4 Likes

YOU can save someone’s life (and it's actually rather simple!) Visit our website to watch a short, free training video that will walk you through the appropriate response when witnessing a cardiac arrest: Call 911, begin CPR, and administer AED ... 24 Likes

Show your heart some love with these heart healthy tips. ❤️️ Cut out food and drinks with added sugars like soft drinks, smoothies, energy bars, candies and desserts ❤️️ Get 150 minutes of exercise a week ❤️️ Reduce stress - ... 1 Comments 32 Likes

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We Can Make an Impact. We're in the home stretch! We need your help to get 1,000 signatures for this important cause!
Did you know that Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) incidents are not currently tracked at the national level? As a result, very little is ... 5 Likes

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Timeline Photos Would you know what to do if you witnessed someone experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest? Survival depends on the actions of bystanders in the first few minutes!
We encourage you to take a quick break from your day and prepare ... 8 Likes

According to the National Safety Council, the survival rate for a sudden cardiac arrest victim increases from about 5% to 40% when an AED is used by an engaged bystander.
Show us that your neighborhood is ready to #SaveMoreLives. Post ... 28 Likes

Thanks to you all that supported the Challenge by: ❤️ Liking and sharing our posts on social media
❤️ Creating your own social media posts and challenging others
❤️ Sharing the message of CALL.PUSH.SHOCK.™
❤️ Practicing Chest Compressions
❤️ Signing ... 14 Likes

Healthy hearts are happy hearts. Try this quick exercise to keep your mind positive and body strong:
😄 Think of one thing that happened today that made you smile.
💭 Think of one thing you're grateful for.
👫 Tag a ... 16 Likes

The majority of sudden cardiac arrest victims can be saved with three simple steps:
1) CALL - 911
2) PUSH - start chest compressions
3) SHOCK - administer an AED shock
Be ready to step in and save someone’s life ... 32 Likes

If you were at a community sporting event, would you know where the nearest DEFIB is? A DEFIB shock can save a child’s life if administered within a few minutes.
Download the mobile app PulsePoint to quickly locate the nearest ... 23 Likes

Saving a life can be simple when you are familiar with CPR!
Learn how to be a hero by watching our 2 minute training video available on our website: SaveMoreLives.org
Together we can #SaveMoreLives!
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Lynn was 27-years-old, recently married, and on her third day of a new job when she suddenly collapsed.
She’s not who you picture to suffer sudden cardiac arrest - young and healthy with an active life in Colorado.
Luckily, her ... 29 Likes

Do you know where your nearest defibrillator is?
We encourage you to find one, take a selfie with it and share it online to encourage your friends to find their own.
You never know when you or a loved one ... 1 Comments 24 Likes

Looking for some Friday night fun with the family? Learn how to save lives together by practicing chest compression on households objects!
Want to go one step further? Snag a short video clip and share on social media to help ... 3 Comments 23 Likes

The Good Samaritan Law is proof that laws can #SaveMoreLives. Help us pass the next lifesaving law.
We're asking the government to make sudden cardiac arrest a reportable incident. This data could save countless lives.
So far, we have over ... 4 Comments 62 Likes

#Happy Valentine’s Day - the day that started it all!
In 2007, our founder Lynn experienced a sudden cardiac arrest. Due to the swift response of the people onsite, she survived. Understanding how blessed she was to be given another ... 26 Likes

Donation Form

If you would like to send a check instead of making an online donation, make a check payable to “Starting Hearts” to the following address: Starting Hearts PO Box 2981 Avon, CO 81620.

Where the money goes

When you support Starting Hearts, you are helping to save lives of Sudden Cardiac Arrest victims. Funds raised from the Save More Lives Challenge will go towards implementing more programs to address SCA nationally. Initiatives include CPR/DEFIB educational programs, the purchase of Defibrillator kits that can be put into public places, and increasing awareness of SCA. Thank you for supporting our mission by this tax-deductible donation to Starting Hearts.

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What We're Fighting For

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating and an electric shock is needed to restart the heart. If not, death will occur within minutes. SCA can occur in many instances and we have made it our mission to encourage legislators to mandate the reporting of cardiac arrest. You can help in this effort by signing our petition.

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CHALLENGE ACCEPTED

CHALLENGE AMBASSADORS

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is our nation’s biggest killer, causing approximately 400,000 events annually with a survival rate of just 10%. The use of CPR and a defibrillator greatly increases the odds of surviving SCA. It’s the mission of Starting Hearts to train and equip everyday people to save the lives of their loved ones, neighbors and fellow Americans.

Starting Hearts launched its Save More Lives Challenge to inform and empower Americans through the practice of CALL. PUSH. SHOCK.™ (call 911, provide CPR & shock with a defibrillator). The Save More Lives Challenge asks participants to 1) watch a two-minute CALL. PUSH. SHOCK.™ training video, 2) practice CPR with household items and 3) share a photo or video of their practice session.

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SCA STATISTICS

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in America.

The majority of SCA victims could be saved with 3 simple steps:

A person’s chances for survival decreases by 10% with every minute that passes without CPR or defibrillation.