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Rescue to Recovery: Organ Donation Resources for EMS

Welcome to the WEMSA Organ Donation Promotion Resource Center! Our goal is to provide EMS departments with the tools and resources needed to effectively promote organ, eye, and tissue donation within their communities. Explore more about the education, toolkits, and information below!

 

Watch Emreigh's Story

Emreigh's journey is a testament to the life-saving impact of organ donation. In March 2020, at just a young age, she received a liver transplant that granted her a renewed chance at life. Her family's profound appreciation for this gift stems from their unique perspective: they have experienced both sides of organ donation. Emreigh's mother, a living kidney donor, exemplifies the family's commitment to giving and receiving the gift of life. Their story underscores the profound impact of organ donation and the importance of saying "yes" to being a donor.

Even though you’re not involved in the organ and tissue recovery and transplantation process, YOU do play a vital role when someone with a neurological injury is able to be an organ, tissue and eye donor. As first responders, your goal is to save lives and make things better.  Supporting the option of organ donation with your actions in the field is just another way to accomplish this goal of keeping hope alive.

To learn more about organ donation or to register as a donor, visit the Wisconsin Donor Registry.

Promotional Material
  • Social Media Graphics:
    • A collection of ready-to-use graphics for various social media platforms. These are designed to raise awareness and encourage your community members to register as organ donors.
    • Download Social Media Graphics
  • Suggested Captions:
    • Captions to pair with your social media posts. These are designed to inspire and educate your audience about the importance of organ donation.
    • Download Suggested Captions Document
  • Public Facing Video:
    • Share this powerful video within your community to highlight the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation.
    • Watch and Download Video
  • Printable Materials:
Educational Material
  • Continuing Education for EMS providers on Organ Donation:
    • Learn about your role in organ donation and preservation from representatives from the UW Health, Versiti, and Lions Eye Bank. This course is CAPCE accredited for 1.0 CEs. 
    • Take the Online Course Here
  • Class Curriculum:
    • Online class materials for EMS providers to learn about organ, eye, and tissue donation.
    • Access Curriculum
  • Informational Articles:
    • Articles and resources to deepen your understanding of the organ donation process.
    • Read Articles
Promotional Calendar & Community Engagement
  • Timeline of Organ Donation Promotion Holidays:
    • A calendar listing important dates and holidays related to organ donation, such as Donate Life Month, Blue & Green Day, and more.
    • Download Promotional Calendar
  • Event Ideas:
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For any questions or feedback regarding the the Rescue to Recovery Program & Resources, please contact us at wemsa@wisconsinems.com.

 

This content is FREE and available to ANY Wisconsin EMS Department thanks to grant funds provided by
Donate Life Wisconsin.