South Brunswick First Aid Squads Face Declining Membership
The Kendall Park, Kingston and Monmouth Junction first aid squads need new members to continue serving the community.
As the troubled economy has left its imprint on countless residents and businesses, volunteer community groups have not been immune from the challenges the recession has created. All three of South Brunswick's volunteer rescue squads are faced with recruiting new members at a time when so many throughout the community are working longer hours to make ends meet. "We have people working two, sometimes three jobs, and it's difficult to find the time," said Monmouth Junction First Aid President Marty Haller. "We went to paid squads during the day because of the inability to get dedicated members during the day time. When I joined the squad we had daytime crews with help from stay-at-home moms and members of industry. We don't have that anymore…
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raymond Weis
10:48 am on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Havin read marty's comments I can attest to their truth. As an older member who is still actively running it is getting harder as we have to shoulder a heavier load because we have less volunteers. This is one of the reasons for increased burnout. With more people we could spread the work load out and make it easier for everyone As to Tugwalla's statements I would have to disagree with his … more ›