Real Life Heroes Corner

This is Erica Gray and she is one of our Real Life Heroes!

In February 2014, Erica used the lifesaving skills she learned in an Innovative Health Solutions CPR class to save the life of someone she worked with.

Erica’s Story:

Erica was eating lunch at work when suddenly, “one of the clients started to choke and turned purple. I immediately followed the first aid training I had previously learned and began doing the Heimlich Maneuver. Food was flying out of her mouth, but she began to pass out.

At that point, I prepared to do CPR. As I laid her down on her back, the last piece of food came out and her color returned. Another staff member was on the phone with the 911 dispatcher the entire time explaining the situation and helping me to remain calm. It was scary, but knowing what to do saved her life!”

Because of her quick thinking and confidence in the skills she had learned, Erica was able to act fast, stay calm, and save a life. This is exactly why we do what we do — to empower people with the tools and knowledge to respond in real emergencies.

Do YOU know what to do to save a life?

You never know when an emergency will happen — but you can be prepared. At Innovative Health Solutions, we offer hands-on CPR, First Aid, and BLS classes that teach you how to respond in real-life scenarios. Whether it’s a loved one, coworker, or even a stranger, you could be the one who makes a difference.

Enroll today by calling 903-736-8619 or emailing rpetree@ihs4u.com to get information on how to register for a class today.

Have you taken one of our classes and put your skills to use? We’d love to hear your story and celebrate your accomplishment!

American Red Cross also offers an award for lifesaving efforts!