Thanks, Davey D for the 9/3 show, naming not only the problems facing Alameda County's Emergency response system but for featuring proactive solutions as offered by the People's Community Medics. They are committed Good Samaritans, stepping up where there is need. Go to their trainings, First Friday 9/6 and 9/9 at the Co-OP. The Consortium of Oakland Providers is a community-based network of various entities that are actively providing resources and services to Oakland, mostly for free, sliding scale or donation.