Always call 911 first so professional ambulance transport is on the way. Then call JVAC's emergency hotline at 561-270-JVAC (5822).
Frequently asked questions
Understand JVAC before you need it.
Clear answers about what JVAC does, who responds, where it operates, and why calling 911 always comes first.
JVAC was founded in Palm Beach County with plans to expand throughout South Florida and beyond. Availability varies, so call dispatch after activating 911.
JVAC helps during the critical minutes between calling 911 and an ambulance arriving. Local trained responders can begin competent medical care and stabilization while professional transport is en route. JVAC's goal is an average on-scene arrival of less than three minutes where coverage is available.
Yes. JVAC is run by volunteers who do not receive a salary or other compensation.
JVAC responders are state- or nationally certified medical doctors, paramedics, and EMTs.
Yes. JVAC offers free CPR, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed education through schools and houses of worship. JVAC is also a Florida-approved no-cost distributor of Naloxone, the generic form of Narcan.
JVAC bridges the gap until local fire-rescue arrives. It provides licensed and insured first response in covered communities, working in tandem with the local EMS system. JVAC does not transport patients.
When seconds count