West Suffolk Network St John Ambulance Volunteers

West Suffolk Network St John Ambulance Volunteers West Suffolk Network St John Ambulance

13/07/2026

Lots of our volunteers regularly support at Newmarket Races, keeping racegoers safe.

It's going to be extremely hot this week 🥵Heat exhaustion and Heat Stroke can come on quickly, especially when you’re ou...
22/06/2026

It's going to be extremely hot this week 🥵

Heat exhaustion and Heat Stroke can come on quickly, especially when you’re out in the sun, exercising, or not drinking enough water.

Heat Exhaustion Symptoms:
- headache
- dizziness and confusion
- loss of appetite and feeling sick
- sweating with pale, clammy skin
- cramps in the arms, legs, and stomach
- fast, weakening pulse and rapid breathing

Heat Stroke Symptoms:
- high body temperature or fever – usually more than 40 degrees Celsius
- fainting or losing consciousness
- a seizure or fit
-severe difficulty breathing – for example, struggling to speak without pausing, gasping or choking
confusion
- lack of coordination
- skin that’s cold to the touch, even with a high body temperature

🌟 Celebrating Our Heroes This Volunteers' Week! 🌟This week, we are shining a spotlight on the incredible people who give...
06/06/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Heroes This Volunteers' Week! 🌟
This week, we are shining a spotlight on the incredible people who give their time, energy, and expertise to make a real difference in our communities. Happy Volunteers' Week to all the amazing individuals who go above and beyond!

At St John Ambulance, our volunteers are the heartbeat of everything we do. Whether they are providing life-saving first aid at events, supporting the NHS, or teaching vital skills to others, their dedication turns compassion into action every single day.

*Ready to make a difference?*

We are looking for passionate, caring, and community-minded people to join our team! You don’t need any prior experience to start—we provide all the training you need to become a lifesaver.

*Why join St John Ambulance?*

*Learn Life-Saving Skills*: Gain nationally recognized qualifications.
*Give Back*: Make a tangible impact on the health and safety of your community.
*Join a Community*: Meet a diverse group of supportive, like-minded people.
*Grow Personally*: Build confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills.

"Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in."

*How to get started*:

It’s easier than ever to start your journey with us. Whether you can give a few hours a month or want to take on a more regular role, we have a place for you.

👉 Visit sja.org.uk/volunteer to find opportunities near you and apply today!

Let’s be the difference together. 💚

Yesterday, 11 members of the West Suffolk Network of St John Ambulance travelled to London to assist the nearly 60,000 r...
27/04/2026

Yesterday, 11 members of the West Suffolk Network of St John Ambulance travelled to London to assist the nearly 60,000 runners taking part in the London Marathon 🏃🏃‍♀️👨‍🦽👩‍🦽 We were joined by members of St. John Ambulance North Herts Network as well as lots of others

All the volunteers who took part had an amazing time and the atmosphere was electric!

Could you see yourself joining us next year? We're currently recruiting Emergency Responders

Find out more here: https://www.sja.org.uk/volunteer/305461/

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Bury St. Edmunds

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