Bedford Life Saving Crew

Captain Shannon Zimmerman
Please join me in congratulating the following members on their latest accomplishments:
Shelley Tillman-EMT
Dane Clary-EMT
Crystal Walker-EMT-Enhanced
Again, congratulations guys and gals!!!!
Good Job!!!!
Captain Shannon Zimmerman
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The Bedford Life Saving Crew—in fact, the entire community we serve—lost a valuable member on June 5th to heart disease. Ivan Lowery, 73, was a dedicated member of Squad 1. His contributions helping to save lives and bring comfort to those in medical or traumatic distress will be missed. Ivan was one of […]

Each year Bedford County Fire and Rescue honors the men and women who serve in EMS and fire with outstanding levels of dedication and performance. The awards ceremony was held in April and the Bedford Life Saving Crew is proud to have several of its members as awards recipients.
 
Volunteer EMS providers face the daily challenge […]

One of the most important roles of the Bedford Life Saving Crew officers is to recognize the outstanding performances of the volunteers of Squad 1. During our April Crew Meeting, Captain Shannon Zimmerman presented awards to two crew members who have gone far and above the call of duty.
 
Jimmy Powers received a special award plaque […]

Bedford Squad 1, along with other rescue squads in the county, assisted in the fighting of the Montvale, VA fire by standing by to provide emergency medical services to the firefighters on scene. Crew members also performed “rehab” duties that include getting coffee, water, and food to the fire crews.
It was a very cold […]

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Each year members of the Bedford Life Saving Crew nominate fellow members for Crew Member of the Year and Rookie of the Year. This recognition by peers is a testimony to the professionalism, quality, and performance of those who receive the awards. This
year’s winners are Shannon Walker as […]

The Bedford Life Saving Crew recognizes Jennifer Overstreet as the Crew Member of The Quarter for Oct-Dec, 2008. Each year Squad 1 holds a Christmas dinner that gives the members and their families a chance to relax and celebrate the teamwork and association they have with each other. Jen went over and above all expectations […]

On July 8, 2008, The Bedford Life Saving and First Aid Crew will have served the citizens of the City of Bedford and the surrounding areas of Bedford County for 65 years! We have been able to do so through the decades thanks to the talents, training, and professionalism of the volunteers who are […]