Speaker Meeting, 6.15 for 6.30pm
Mon, Jan 5th 2026 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Speaker: Sharon Dobson, Chair and Trustee of Swindon Community First Responders
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Sharon Dobson is the Chair and Trustee of Swindon Community First Responders, a volunteer-led charity supporting emergency medical response in the Swindon area.
Swindon Community First Responders (SCFR) is a registered charity (No. 1209254) affiliated with the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. Sharon Dobson plays a pivotal role in the organisation, serving as both *Chair* and *Trustee*, helping oversee its operations, governance, and outreach.
Community First Responders (CFRs) are trained volunteers who attend 999 calls ahead of ambulance crews. They respond to emergencies such as:
- Cardiac arrests
- Seizures
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulties
- Non-injury falls (helping patients avoid hospital admission)
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