Join the Heart Safe City initiative as a volunteer! Sign up, get trained and certified in AED and CPR, and be ready to save lives in critical moments. Volunteer today - become a hero!
Join the Heart Safe City initiative as a volunteer! Sign up, get trained and certified in AED and CPR, and be ready to save lives in critical moments. Volunteer today - become a hero!
The Heart Safe City Project aims to make Yerevan safer by installing AEDs and training volunteers in CPR and AED use. Our goal is to ensure quick life-saving help during cardiac emergencies, empowering people and businesses to protect lives and build a caring community.
Our AED Locations Map makes it easy to find the nearest AED stand in Yerevan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable device that checks the heart's rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm. AEDs are used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.
Anyone who has been trained and certified in the framework of Heart Safe City Project, are authorized to use AEDs. Volunteers undergo specialized training to ensure they can respond effectively and safely during a cardiac emergency. Become a hero and register now!
AEDs will be installed at various locations throughout Yerevan, city center. You can use our AED Locations Map on the website to find the nearest AED.
CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, is a life-saving technique used in emergencies when someone's heartbeat or breathing has stopped. Our CPR Guide provides step-by-step instructions and visuals to help you learn how to perform CPR effectively.
Yes, they are equipped with safeguards to ensure they only deliver a shock if needed. The device analyzes the heart rhythm and will not shock unless it detects a life-threatening arhythmia.
You can sign up to become a volunteer through our website. As a volunteer, you’ll receive training on CPR and AED use, empowering you to help save lives in your community.
The frequency of renewing CPR and AED training depends on your certification, but it is generally recommended to renew every 2-3 years.
Businesses can get involved by purchasing an AED for their premises and arranging training sessions for their staff, or community members. We offer comprehensive training to ensure that your team is prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies effectively. Contact us to learn more about purchasing AEDs and training.
When CPR is administered immediately and an AED is used within the first few minutes, the survival rate for cardiac arrest victims can double or triple. Early intervention is critical.
Yes, AEDs can be used on children. Most AEDs have pediatric settings or pads specifically designed for children to ensure the appropriate amount of energy is delivered.
Co-Initiators
HENAR Foundation
Philips Foundation
General Partner
Yerevan Municipality
Project Supporters
Ministry of Health
Ministry of Internal Affairs
Association of Cardiologists of Armenia (ACA)
Ambulance Service
Become a Partner
Partnering with Heart Safe City offers businesses the opportunity to play a pivotal role in public safety. Learn more about how your organization can contribute to installing AED stands, funding training programs, and promoting a heart-safe environment in Yerevan.
