Learn to Save a Life: Free CPR Course For Women Coming to Crown Heights

Residents of Crown Heights will soon have an important opportunity to gain lifesaving skills, as a free CPR training course is set to take place for women at Lubavitcher Yeshiva Crown Street.

Scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd at 11:00 AM, the course is for women only and is open to the public, offering a comfortable “for women, by women” learning environment. The training is based on guidelines from the American Heart Association, though it is noted as a non-certification course.

The session will cover essential emergency response skills, including:

– CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants
– Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
– Choking rescue procedures

Hosting this training in Crown Heights ensures that more residents are equipped with the skills to protect and assist one another. In a close-knit community, having trained individuals nearby can make a profound difference when seconds count.

The course will take place at:
Lubavitcher Yeshiva
570 Crown Street (enter from Albany)

Community members are strongly encouraged to attend and take advantage of this free opportunity to learn how to save a life.

The program is sponsored by ODA and training will be provided by Madison Programs, Inc.

Why CPR Training Matters

Cardiac emergencies can happen suddenly and without warning, often at home or in familiar community settings. In those critical first minutes before emergency responders arrive, immediate action can mean the difference between life and death.

CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) helps maintain blood flow to the brain and vital organs when a person’s heart has stopped. Studies have consistently shown that bystander CPR can significantly improve survival rates. Yet many people hesitate in emergencies simply because they have never been trained.

By attending this course, participants will gain the confidence and practical knowledge needed to respond quickly and effectively in real-life situations—whether at home, in shul, at school, or on the street.