Elderly man assisted after fall at home in Elkins, Elkins WV
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders assisted a 79-year-old man who fell backward in his home near Smith Lane in Elkins. He was not injured and only needed help getting up.
Audio|Heard on: Randolph WV EMS Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Randolph station one respond near Smith Lane in Elkins for assist.
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Randolph Station One respond,
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near Smith Lane.
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Cross streets Creek Run Road, dead end.
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Lift assist.
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Lift assist,
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79 year old male.
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1045.
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781.
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781, you're responding 1045 to near Smith Lane for lift assistance.
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For a 79-year-old male fell backwards in the house, can't get up.
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He advised if he could get on his knees, he could.
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He is not hurt and just needs help.
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Location mentioned:
Smith Ln, Elkins, WV 26241
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