Residents Encouraged To Join Norwalk Health Emergency Response Team

Information via the city of Norwalk

NORWALK, CT — The Norwalk Health Department is recruiting adults ages 18 and over who live or work in the Norwalk area for key positions on their Emergency Response Team.

According to a news release provided by the city, the ERT remains essential to the NHD's work in public health emergency preparedness and beyond.

This team of volunteers, which includes people with both medical and non-medical backgrounds, donates their time and expertise to prepare for and respond to emergencies and to promote healthy living year-round, city officials said.

The goal of the ERT is to extend the resources of the professional health department staff. ERT volunteers work with public health officials to spread preparedness messages within the community and assist with other public health programs and events.

The Health Department provides training and insurance, while volunteers provide their time and skills, according to city officials.

"This new cohort of volunteers will join a dedicated and diverse group of over 150 people who've already been trained and serve on the ERT," the release reads. "We are encouraging interested individuals to sign up now to be part of our incredible ERT!"

Group orientations for the spring 2024 session will be held in early April. Mandatory training begins April 24, followed by three consecutive Tuesday evening sessions on April 30, May 7 and May 14.

All trainings take place at the Norwalk Health Department, located at 137 East Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Advanced registration is required.

Anyone who wishes to sign up or get more information is asked to call (203) 854-7979 or email dana.ross@norwalkct.org.