About
On September 8, 2018, Kara Baker learned what it is like first hand losing someone to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Kara's dad collapsed outside of an elementary school while watching his granddaughter play soccer. Kara started CPR immediately, but since it was a Saturday and no one had access to the inside of the school, there was no AED readily available. The irony of this situation is that Ed Walsh spent a large chunk of his life working to get AEDs inside elementary schools. In a way to honor her dad, Kara has found a new passion to work to make AEDs available to our community any day of the week, any time of the day through these SaveStations.
According to the American Heart Association, 350,000+ people suffer SCA outside of a hospital each year, and the survival rate is less than 12%. The use of an AED and CPR can double or triple the chances of survival.
Our Mission
Our mission is to ensure 24/7 public access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in outdoor community spaces, so that no life is lost due to lack of access in an emergency situation. This mission was born from the loss of Ed Walsh, who collapsed from sudden cardiac arrest outside of an elementary school where no AED was accessible. The heartbreaking irony is that Ed had dedicated much of his life to placing AEDs inside of elementary schools.
In his memory, we are committed to expanding AED access, educating the public on emergency response, and empowering communities to act—because cardiac arrest can strike anyone, anywhere, at any time. Preparedness saves lives, and every second matters.
Remember to honor those who have passed with how you move forward. Don’t Worry Be Happy ☘️
Our Vision
We envision a community where no life is lost because an AED was out of reach. Inspired by Ed Walsh’s legacy, we are committed to ensuring 24/7 public access to lifesaving devices, raising awareness about sudden cardiac arrest, and empowering every person with the tools and education to save a life.
