~ Making Communities in Dutchess County HEART Safe
      ~ Application Packet (.pdf)
      ~ Dutchess County HEART Safe Community Application Form (.pdf)
      ~ Additional Documents and Resources
            Glossary of Terms  /  Questions & Answers
      ~ Sample AED Response Plan (.pdf)
      ~ Print Version (.pdf)

Every applicant must complete the five basic criteria, as outlined in the Application Form (.pdf). Additional criteria achieved, such as number of staff trained in CPR, will determine your bronze, silver, or gold status.

Once your application is received, members of the Dutchess County HEART Safe Committee will review it.  The application must include a New York State Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) intent form.  After review of your application a site visit may be done to verify the application content. 

The designation is valid for two years, after which you can re-apply to maintain or upgrade your designation.

Completed applications may be sent using our automated response system,
Your Dutchess Direct -   (pdfs only)  -or-  they may be mailed to:

         Dutchess County Department of Health
         Att:  Public Health Information Office
         387 Main Street
         Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Note:  You may apply for a tax credit when purchasing your AED (if applicable).