A retired ambulance from Northumberland Paramedics is finding new life with Habitat for Humanity Northumberland.
The ambulance, which has been decommissioned after six years of service, will be used by Habitat for Humanity to transfer equipment, materials and supplies to building sites throughout Northumberland County.
Northumberland County Council and Paramedic Chief Susan Brown handed over the keys to Habitat for Humanity on Wednesday.
Brown says, “While the ambulance has reached the end of its recommended life cycle with Northumberland Paramedics, we look forward to seeing it put to great use during its retirement. We are proud to support the important efforts of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland to increase affordable housing in Northumberland.”
“This donation will be an incredible asset to our build program,” states Habitat for Humanity Northumberland CEO Cathy Borowec. “We are truly grateful for another opportunity to partner with Northumberland Paramedics and want to thank Northumberland County Council and Chief Susan Brown for their continued support.
In 2012, Northumberland County established a by-law permitting the donation of surplus assets, including retired ambulances.
Donations of retired ambulances from the Northumberland Paramedics fleet are prioritized to support non-profit agencies and community emergency management partners that continue to serve residents across the county
