Match Ready KC: Free CPR & Safety Trainings

0:00It's April 17th. Kansas news today starts now, AI-powered and ready. I'm Cory with the story. Kansas City Health Department just dropped a dope initiative called Match Ready KC, Harder the City, Rolling Out Free CPR and Safety Trainings to Get. Over 100 residents ready for emergencies, these sessions aim to build bystander confidence so folks can jump in when every second counts. The events are super-family-friendly come-and-go style, with hands-on practice, plus food, music, giveaways, and fun activities to keep it lively. No need to sign up ahead, just show about doors at community spots around the city. This push hits hard on real-life skills like CPR, Narcan for overdoses, stop the bleed techniques, heavy pen demos, and even pet CPR stations, making. Sure, everyone from kids to pet owners feels equipped to save lives. Kicking off soon with sessions every two weeks, May 2nd and Mohart Center, May 16th at Northland Neighborhoods Inc, and May 30th at Hillcrest Community Center, all running 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

1:06Spanish interpreters will be on-site and you can email OLA at kcmow.org or call 8-165-131030 for extra language help. Head out to one of these and level up your skills. Kansas City is staying ready, one heartbeat at a time.