Heart In The Park: Unveiling Of AED's In Branford Parks Valentines Day

BRANFORD, CT — "You can help restart a heart and save a life," is the motto.

On Valentine's Day, the town's Board of Recreation and Parks and Recreation Department celebrates an initiative that can save lives.

The event at the Joe Trapasso Community House's Hammer Field Feb. 14 at 9:30 a.m., features the unveiling of Automated External Defibrillators, called AED’s, that will be housed at Branford parks and outdoor recreation areas.

The parks and rec department and board has worked alongside key stakeholders, sports organizers and residents, Judy Barron and AJ Pace, in placing "lifesaving devices throughout town," a news release reads.

With the help of DeFib Tech, a Branford-based medical equipment manufacturer, the 'AED’s in the Parks' event will be highlighted with motivational guest speakers, it's noted.

"With increased participation in our parks and passive recreation areas and to commence 'AED’S in the Parks,' the occasion, the first of its kind in Branford, falls on Valentine's Day," the release reads.

February is American Heart Month —Save a Heart. Event attendees are asked to wear red to the event in hope of raising awareness of Heart Disease in Women.

For more information, please contact the Branford Parks and Recreation Department at (203)488-8304.