Chester First Aid Squad

10/30/2025

Important Message to the Chester Community:

The Chester First Aid Squad (CFAS), which has provided all-volunteer emergency medical services free of charge to our community for 80 years, is facing a proposed shift from a municipally-funded model to a billing model by the Chester Township Council.

This proposed change would force CFAS to abandon our long-standing no-fee tradition and become a fee-based agency that would bill your insurance for emergency care, something that goes against our core values and mission. It would also impose operational restrictions that could limit our volunteers’ ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.

Despite trends of declining volunteer rescue squads statewide, CFAS would like to emphasize that we are a thriving, vibrant, and committed team of volunteers who train rigorously, respond compassionately and take immense pride in serving Chester.

CFAS values its 80-year proven volunteer model and is engaging in further discussions with Township officials to ensure the best outcome for the community. We reaffirm our dedication to maintaining compassionate, skilled emergency care for Chester residents.

We will provide updates as discussions with the Township develop. Click here to read our detailed statement:

10/28/2025

We are extremely grateful for our First Responder Family! Our wonderful members,
Chester Police Department - New Jersey and Chester Volunteer Fire Company, Chester, NJ!
Thank you for all you do! Extra thanks to our awesome Mutual Aids too! Happy Day!

10/26/2025

A fun Trunk or Treat! 🎃🚑👻🚒💀🚓
Chester Volunteer Fire Company, Chester, NJ
Chester Police Department - New Jersey

10/23/2025

10/22/2025

We receieved this and wanted to share… these words means so much!! 💙💙

Today, I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate a group of people who often go unnoticed until the moment we need them most — our First Aid Squad.
When emergencies strike — whether it’s a car accident, a heart attack, a fall at home, or even a natural disaster — the First Aid Squad is the first to respond. They are the bridge between crisis and care, the first line of defense in protecting the health and safety of our community.
Their role goes far beyond bandages and sirens. These men and women bring calm to chaos, hope to fear, and life-saving care when every second counts. They respond at all hours, in all weather, putting the needs of others before their own. Many are volunteers, dedicating countless hours to training and service, driven by compassion and duty rather than reward.
But their importance extends beyond emergencies. They strengthen our community’s ability to care for itself. And they support other organizations, as they believe In team and facilitate Neighbors helping Neighbors
A strong First Aid Squad means a strong, resilient community. Their presence gives every resident peace of mind, knowing that help is always near.
During their coin toss fund raiser, countless residents thanked them for being there for their fathers, mothers, daughters, sons and their elderly.
Because the First Aid Squad isn’t just part of our community — they are the heart of it.
So let’s make sure we keep this community healthy by supporting the heart that give it life.

We are blessed to have amazing First Respnders In Chester.

Thank you.

10/20/2025

How fun that this was on News12NJ! 🤩

10/13/2025

Thankfully no rain on our 2 seperate Squad calls!

10/06/2025

Always making all of us proud, Bradley! Congratulations!

10/05/2025

Big Thankyou to Riamede Farm for the yummy apple cidar donuts after we swing by the farm for a call today...

10/04/2025

Thank you to our friends at Hidden River for a delicious dinner tonight for our crews!

09/23/2025

We will be participating in the DEA's "National Take Back Initiative #29." On Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10AM-2PM at Chester Police Headquarters, we will accept medications that you no longer need. The program is anonymous, and no one will ask you for ID.
Please do NOT bring IV solutions (including Epi-Pens) or syringes! Also, we will NOT take "V**e Pens" if the batteries are not removed. Further, law enforcement cannot handle the medications that you are surrendering.

Whomever is bringing the drugs to be placed in the bin must be able to accomplish this task without assistance from an officer.

09/23/2025

Thank you Barb and Paula from the EMS Council OF NJ for presenting CFAS a Certificate of Appreciation for our 80 years of service! We appreciate you for thinking of us! 💙