Services

Sierra staffs three 3 Paramedic ambulances. They are stationed in Oakhurst, Coarsegold and Bass Lake. Additional ambulances are staffed as needed utilizing a call-back system. We are the 9-1-1 contract provider of Paramedic services in eastern Madera County. In 2004 we responded to over 2,800 requests for service.

CPR and First Aid

Sierra Ambulance offers community Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, (CPR), classes monthly. You may register at: outreach@SierraAmbulance.org or during daytime hours phone 559-658-1052 and after hours phone 559-642-0650, ext. 23, for information. Be sure to leave your name and a daytime phone. Certain classes are free, others have a charge commensurate with expenses. Classes are usually held at our offices at 40755 Winding Way, Oakhurst, CA 93644. Special classes may be schedule for groups. Call for details.

Family Membership Program - "A gift for life"

As a non-profit corporation, all of the revenue raised is used 100% to support the operation of the Service. Key to the financial success of Sierra is the Family Membership Program. For $55 dollars a year per household, a family can purchase an Ambulance Membership. It covers the cost of ambulance transport from within Sierra's service area to any area hospital in Madera, Fresno or Mariposa County. It is immediately renewable. Why should you join if you have insurance? Simply, many insurance plans have a deductible, a co-pay, or a maximum benefit well below the actual cost of service. Likewise, many insurers look backward after the fact and determine whether or not the ambulance was justified. Your claim could be denied. Your membership would cover you in this case. The membership program provides a benefit to those who may need its coverage; it also helps Sierra raise money to purchase new ambulances and equipment. Those interested in purchasing a family membership may phone the office at 559-642-0650 or download the membership form avaliable here: Membership.pdf

Speakers Avaliable

Sierra believes in community involvement. We have a personnel available to speak to your community organization or school. We have a variety of program presentations designed to fit most age groups and interests. For more information on scheduling a speaker and presentation e-mail outreach@SierraAmbulance.org or phone 559-642-0650, ext. 23.