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Proudly Serving The Chatham Community for 89 Years

The Chatham Emergency Squad

Chatham, New Jersey

We are a 100% all-volunteer agency serving the Chathams and neighboring communities through mutual aid assistance.

Our membership consists of active volunteers and state-certified EMTs ranging in age from high school students to working professionals to retirees, each with the common goal of helping our neighbors during their time of need.

For nearly 90 years, the Chatham Emergency Squad has never charged for its services, thanks to the generous support of Chatham citizens, businesses and community organizations.

Trained & Trusted Professionals

Always Ready; Always Free

Your all-volunteer Emergency Squad members are trained and ready to respond to any emergency, all day, every day – and we never charge for our services.

When you call 911 for yourself, a loved one or a stranger, you can expect the highest level of professionalism in pre-hospital care.

We operate 3 state-of-the-art ambulances are are able to handle 3 simultanous calls. We are also trained and ready to respond to any incident needing additional resources.

Our Services

Responding to Those in Need

We respond to all 911 calls for medical emergencies in the Chathams, caring for the sick & injured and transporting to area hospitals

CPR Training & Certification

Every year, we train hundreds of Chatham and surrounding-area residents, teachers, coaches, other first responders in effective CPR. This 2-hour course teaches our community how to save a life in the event of cardiac arrest or choking scenarios for adults and children.

Troop Visits

CES is happy to offer visits for your troops and teach them the basics of first aid, and what we do. Contact us to schedule a visit or have our team come to you.

Non Emergency Transports

CES offers lift assists and pre-planned transports for you or a loved one from home to a nearby medical facility, or from a nearby medical facility back home. Please click below to request services.

Stand By Coverage

Throughout the year, CES provides stand-by coverage for numerous events including CES high school football games, fun runs, fesivals and street fairs and even neighborhood block parties.

Blood Drives

Chatham Emergency Squad is proud to co-host with the New York Blood Center. Each year, we collect over 200 pints of blood, which correlates into nearly 600 lives saved. Please check the button below to find the next one.

MCI Drills and Firefighter Support

About 6 times a year, CES supports our local Fire Department as they train their members with fire safety drills and controlled burns. We also regularly train together for mass casualty incidents (MCIs) to be prepared and ready for anything that comes our way.

Join our Team

No Medical Experience Necessary

Come and see why our members say joining CES is one of the the best decisions they’ve ever made.

"I've witnessed first-hand the care and professionalism the Squad provides when I've had to call 911, myself. As a volunteer, it's so much more than getting the satisfaction of helping my neighbors in need. The Squad has proven time and time again that we're a family who's always there for one another."

Carol Grant

Member Since: 2014

"You will find the most passionate and kindest souls who are members of CES. Being a part of the Squad has been a transformative experience that spurred me to pursue a career in emergency medicine."

Matthew Stryszak

Member Since: 2023

"Joining CES years ago laid the groundwork for my career in nursing. I continue to ride with CES as my small way of giving back to my community and because of the camaraderie that is forged with my fellow squad members when responding to various types of situations together."

Ken Sham

Member Since: 2012

"CES has helped me develop new skills and showed me how important it is to work as a team to succeed."

Camille Ortega-Reyes

Member Since: 2024

"The Chatham EMT community is one of the most rewarding experiences, and it feels incredible to help my neighbors when they need it the most. The combination of service, camaraderie and giving back can’t be underestimated, knowing our contributions make a difference in other’s lives."

Bill Wolsch

Member Since: 2020

"I have lived in Chatham for nearly 40 years and have volunteered in many capacities over the years, but none more meaningful or rewarding than CES. I get such pride in putting on the uniform and helping my neighbors in need, but it's more than that - I've met so many new friends and feel so connected to such a wonderful community of people."

Ellen Blazoski

Member Since: 2016

"Joining a new organization and attending EMT school at age 60 was exciting and scary. Also, it turns out to have been one of the best decisions I could have made on so many levels - personally, intellectually and socially."

Evan Skinner

Member Since: 2014

"As a marketing professional, I have no background in medicine - but this volunteer job has given me a sense of purpose, a sense of pride and a greater connection to the community I’ve called home for 25 years."

Craig Alperowitz

Member Since: 2017

"The training you receive in being a member of the Squad prepares you for anything that comes your way regardless of the time or place. It was this kind of preparedness that helped me save a child's life while I was off duty. The Squad has forever changed my life in the best possible way."

Dan Farkas

Member Since: 2019

"After becoming an empty nester, I joined the Squad as a way to give back to the community I’ve lived in for over 25 years. Besides learning valuable skills, I’ve met incredible people from Baby Boomers to Gen Z who are smart, compassionate, and eager to work as a team to help patients in need. Joining CES was one of the best decisions I’ve made."

Ann Cavuoti

Member Since: 2024

"You can expect camaraderie, teamwork, and a bit of adrenaline that comes with lights and sirens, but what stands out to me is the ability to apply my training in real situations that has a real impact. When a neighbor calls on us to help, it reminds me that this role is part of the fabric of the community. It's an honor to be part of an organization that excels in providing the highest level of care - free of charge."

Sam Cooperman

Member Since: 2019