Most people try to be.
They’re glad to pitch in when a neighbor needs a hand, or do a small
favor now and then. But being a really good neighbor takes more than
that.
Before you fall asleep
in bed tonight take a moment to think about the people you’d depend
on if you suddenly smelled smoke, or a family member tripped in the
dark and fell downstairs.
It would be those very
special neighbors who staff Setauket Fire Department’s fire and
emergency medical service units.
Twenty four hours a
day, seven days a week, these men and women protect you, your home,
and your loved ones without ever asking for pay...or even thanks.
Now that’s a good neighbor!
Here’s
what it takes to be a good neighbor...
The basic requirements
are simple. Volunteers must be:
·
18 years of age or
older.
·
Resident of the
Setauket Fire District.
·
In good physical health
and able to pass the entrance physical.
·
Of sound moral
character.
There
are some "givens" too. You should be:
·
Caring and community
minded.
·
A team
player.
·
The type of person who
enjoys a challenge, who likes to learn and acquire new
skills.
...and
here are the rewards.
Some things are worth
more than money and stay with you longer.
Things
like:
From every member of
your community.
Train to be a firefighter or an
EMS provider and you’ll develop knowledge and
skills few can claim.
Some of your strongest
social ties you’ll ever make will be with your brother and sister
volunteers...people who share your commitment and
ideals.
Nothing beats the sense
of fulfillment that comes from doing an important job well while
helping your community.
Some
frequently asked questions about volunteering
Q: How much time does it
take to be a volunteer?
A: It varies from week to
week, but on the average you’ll put in seven or eight hours. Many
volunteers enjoy putting in more.
Q: What will my training
cost?
A: It will cost you
nothing. Thousands of dollars of valuable career training will be
made available to you free of charge.
Q: How long will it be
before I can make a genuine contribution?
A: Immediately. And your
responsibilities will increase as you gain experience and
training.
Q: Will I have any
out-of-pocket costs?
A: No. Your uniform,
equipment – even your annual physical – will be provided for
free.
Q: How do I get
started?
A: Download the Setauket
Fire Department Application Form (see below), print it out and
return it to SFD Headquarters during normal business hours. We are
located at 190 Main
Street in Setauket. If you have any
questions, please feel to contact us at
631-941-4900
