The City of New Castle EMS Department has a total of Seven (7) State of Indiana Certified ALS Ambulances and Four (4) ALS Certified Non-Transport QRV's (Quick Response Vehicles).
Proudly serving our community since 1944, the New Castle - Henry County Emergency Medical Service has a long-standing heritage of excellence. Originally founded as "The First Aid Unit" thanks to the forward-thinking vision of the late "Chuck" Wood, we have spent over 80 years providing unmatched patient care with state-of-the-art equipment.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to providing compassionate, quality emergency care to the citizens of New Castle and Henry County. Built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and virtuous character, we maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where every member of our team is treated with absolute fairness and respect.
We don't just respond to emergencies—we actively work to prevent them and save lives through advanced, round-the-clock programs: