Brewster, New York, United States
https://www.thecrimson.com/writer/1219999/Ellen_P._Cassidy/
Red Cross certified lifeguard with CPR/AED, First Aid, and Waterfront Skills, as well as Opioid Overdose Prevention and Administration of Naloxone (Narcan) Certification. Prevented drowning and other injuries from occurring at a public beach. Taught swimming lessons and water safety to diverse students and developed educational activities and resources for beachgoers, including custom publication of “Water Safety,” for public distribution.
Conducted original research regarding Putnam County heroes of the Civil War and World War I for local publications. Created and edited short educational videos using primary sources for social media and YouTube. Digitized over 150 vintage postcards and stereographic images according to CONTENTdm standards for future posting to web-based archive. Prepared and processed family papers and photographs related to World War I and World War II service. Performed archival research on the County Almshouse and Cemetery.