Just months after completing a Red Cross CPR class, colleagues Jennifer Hardwick and Troy Rogge used their training to save a friend’s life. When Dan Douglas Sr. suddenly collapsed while attending a funeral, Jennifer and Troy rushed to his side and helped him into a chair. Moments later, he collapsed again and went into cardiac arrest. Remembering what they had learned in class, Jennifer and Troy immediately began CPR and used an AED while others called 911. Dan eventually regained consciousness and was taken to the hospital. “I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for them," Dan said. "My kids and my grandkids still have their have their dad because of them." Jennifer and Troy received the Red Cross Certificate of Merit, one of our highest lifesaving honors, for their quick action that day. Present at the award ceremony was Vince Secor, the Red Cross instructor who trained them. “Being prepared means you’re empowered to help,” Vince said. “I encourage people to get training because this...