Chapin Ambulance

🏁🚑 Day 1 of 3 at the Loretta Lynn Qualifiers at The Wick Motocross! 🚑🏁

Our ALS crews are on-site all weekend, providing advanced medical coverage and standing ready for whatever the track throws our way.

Chiefs Alex and Pavel Gut covered Day 1 and responded to a significant trauma incident that required transport to a local Level I Trauma Center. While nobody likes to see a rider go down, we’re proud to be there when it matters most—delivering high-quality care to the athletes who put everything on the line chasing their dreams.

Motocross is fast, demanding, and unforgiving. That’s why we’re honored to serve as the premium ambulance provider for one of the best tracks in the sport. From minor injuries to major emergencies, our team is ready to answer the call.

Good luck to all the riders as qualifying continues! 🤘🏍️💨

It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of former Chapin Ambulance EMT, Carl Goldberg.

Carl was an ambitious, driven young man who spent time with Chapin Ambulance before pursuing his dreams and new opportunities. During his time with us, he made a positive impact on those around him and will be remembered fondly by many who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Carl’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

May he rest in peace.

Chief Pavel Gut

Carl Alton Goldberg - Brezniak Funeral Directors Carl Alton Goldberg, beloved son and brother, passed away by unexpected accident on June 1, 2026, at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He was born on February 14, 2002 in Berkeley, California. Carl was a bright, intelligent, passionate young man of many talents and passions. He graduated from UMass Amherst...

Over the weekend, Chiefs Alex and Pavel Gut participated in a two-day Level 1 Venomous Snake Handling Course! 🐍

Both chiefs share a huge passion for reptiles and personally keep several species of their own, making this an exciting and educational opportunity. The course focused on the basic identification of venomous snake species, proper handling and containment techniques, and important safety practices when working around these incredible animals.

The training also covered basic first aid for snake bites along with education on the different types of antivenom available. Participants also discussed relocation guidelines for venomous snakes, emergency preparedness planning, and the safe keeping and responsible management of these animals to ensure the safety of both handlers and the public.
Day two consisted of a morning time exam and then gave participants the opportunity to safely handle several venomous species under professional supervision — an unforgettable experience and a chance to further respect and understand these beautiful animals. Training included hands-on experience with native New England species such as Timber Rattlesnakes and Copperheads, providing valuable insight into the venomous snakes that can be encountered right here in our region.

While encounters involving venomous snakes are certainly not a common occurrence in EMS for our area, Western Mass is home to venomous snakes, and knowledge is power. We hope to bring some of the information learned from this course into the EMS field through future education opportunities and training for providers.

Expanding knowledge outside the “normal” EMS environment helps us stay prepared for the unexpected — and keeps learning fun along the way! 🚑🐍

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, all of us at Chapin Ambulance stand in gratitude for the heroes who gave everything so we could enjoy the freedoms we have today. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

From our family to yours, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

Chapin Chief 1 and Medic 20 responded to this rollover crash today, working alongside our public safety partners to ensure everyone involved received rapid emergency care and scene safety. Incidents like this are a powerful reminder of how quickly things can change on the roadway.

Thankfully, our crews were ready to respond when seconds mattered most.

Please remember:
⚠️ Slow down
⚠️ Stay alert
⚠️ Move over for emergency vehicles
⚠️ Always wear your seatbelt

Great teamwork by all agencies on scene today. Stay safe out there. 🚑🚔🚒

Two trucks, one mission — keeping the riders safe at The Wick for today’s P27 Off-Road Event 🏁🚑

Chapin Ambulance crews are on standby trackside all day as riders send it over jumps like this one! While it’s all fun and adrenaline for the racers… moments like these definitely have our EMTs holding their breath for a second 😅👀

We’re proud to support another great event and keep the action rolling safely. Ride hard and stay safe out there!

Happy EMS Week 2026 from all of us at Chapin Ambulance! 🚑💙

This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the dedication, sacrifice, and hard work of all Chapin Ambulance employees, as well as every EMT, paramedic, dispatcher, and EMS support staff member throughout our region and across the Commonwealth.

EMS is more than a profession — it’s a commitment to serving others during their most difficult moments. Day and night, through emergencies big and small, EMS professionals continue to answer the call with compassion, skill, and professionalism.

To our crews and to all EMS professionals working both on the front lines and behind the scenes: thank you for your commitment to your communities and for everything you do each and every day.

From everyone at Chapin Ambulance, Happy EMS Week 2026! 🚑

Last night, Chapin crews assisted our friends at Life Star on a critical call that carried us right into the early morning hours. There’s nothing quite like ending a long night with a sunrise view after teamwork like this.

We’re always proud to work alongside the incredible flight crews who continue to provide rapid, lifesaving care throughout our region. Thank you for all you do! 🚁💪

When seconds matter, advanced life support is ready to respond. 🚑🔥

While it’s not often the Chief responds to active incidents anymore, today was one of those days. C1, operating as ALS 5, was placed on standby during a working structure fire in Chicopee to ensure immediate advanced life support coverage if needed.

Thankfully, there were no reported injuries as Chicopee Fire Department crews made a strong stop on the incident.

Proud to stand alongside our public safety partners and remain ready when our community needs us most.

Chapin Ambulance has no further details on this incident.