We’re highlighting the amazing departments we insure around the country and all they do for their communities. For our first department story we interviewed Parkview VFD—right here in our hometown of Pittsburgh, PA!
Department Name: Parkview Volunteer Fire Department and EMS
Department Type: Volunteer on the fire side and combination on the EMS side
When was your department founded? The VFD was founded in 1930 and the EMS Department in 1936.
What community/communities do you support? We are located in Ohara Township in Pittsburgh, PA. We share mutual aid with Fox Chapel, Shaler, Blawnox, Sharpsburg, Etna, and Indiana Township.
What types of engines do you have? Pierce fire engine and multiple other engines on the EMS side.
What fundraisers or other annual events do you host as a department? We host an annual Super Bowl party. Around 250+ people usually attend for a large dinner and we have 8+ televisions for everyone to watch the Super Bowl.
How has Provident been able to support your department and its members?
A few years ago, a Parkview EMS member worked a full shift and responded to around five calls. After her shift, she and her husband went to their camp for a weekend. Unfortunately, the next day at camp, the EMS member suffered a cardiac related event and passed away. Provident did as they said they would and responded to this event quickly and efficiently—they took care of the department and the family as promised.
Provident did a great job and provided more than we ever could have imagined. Their claims staff met all our needs and was fantastic to work with. As a member of the executive committee for the department, I would like to thank Provident for the service and the compassion that they showed to all of us through this trying time.