Red Cross offers aid classes

Area residents who want to be prepared in an emergency situation will have the opportunity to receive training that will make them invaluable during a medical crisis.

According to a press release from the Bourbon County Chapter of the American Red Cross, the agency will be offering an adult CPR class for area residents at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16. In addition, residents can attend a standard first aid class at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 18. Both classes will be conducted at the local office located at 116 S. Main St.

According to the press release, residents need to pre-register for the classes as class size is limited. In addition, pre-payment for the classes is required. The fee for the adult CPR class is $25 per person and the fee for the first aid class is $20. Individuals who would like to take both classes together will only need to pay $40 for the classes.

The local chapter of the Red Cross has helped train hundreds of local residents in the areas of health and safety during the last year by offering more than 200 training classes, the chapter's annual report said.

"From first aid, CPR and AED training to swimming and life guarding, American Red Cross programs help people lead safer and healthier lives." the annual report said. "This year, 650 individuals learned lifesaving skills through 250 classes offered by our chapter."

For more information about the upcoming classes or to pre-register call (620) 223-0980 or stop by the local office at 116 S. Main St.