Back row from left: Paramedic Simon Allison, Cullen Eade, Taine Eade, Kendall Eade, paramedicMike Sunderland, senior firefigher Steve McNabb. Crouching: Emergency operator Judy Rayner.
RECOGNITION FOR QUICK THINKING
The quick-thinking and bravery of two young Wellington boys saved their mother’s life and earned high praise from Wellington Free Ambulance.
Taine and Cullen Eade were watching television when their mum, Kendall, collapsed. Seven-year-old Cullen quickly called his grandfather, who told him to call 111 while Taine, aged 6, comforted his mother.
Following instructions from the 111 operator, the boys helped Kendall until the paramedics arrived. Discovering that her heart had stopped beating, the WFA paramedics used a defibrillator to revive Kendall before transporting her to Lower Hutt Hospital.
“Considering it was their mother, the boys did an amazing job to remain so calm,” said Simon Allison, one of the paramedics who worked on Kendall for over 40 minutes.
WFA presented the boys with bravery awards during an assembly at Kelson School.
“We wanted to recognise and reinforce the fact that the boys did everything right,” said Ross Cameron, marketing manager for WFA.
“They have set an excellent example for other children and adults who may find themselves requiring emergency support.”
