United to Serve
Since 1984, VEMS has been serving the cities of Shelton, Derby and Ansonia and the Towns of Seymour and Oxford. We are proud to be part of these communities and serving their residents is our primary focus and mission.
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The VEMS organization was founded in 1984 and has a rich history in the Valley. The organizations is comprised of a Volunteer Board of Directors with an Executive branch, a local leadership team made up of an Executive Director and two Operations Supervisors and a team of 28 field paramedics. The Board of directors has representation from each town and their ambulance service providers. Organizational Chart 
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VEMS News flash
| Oxford man named VEMS Director |
A Valley native has been named the new executive director of the region’s paramedic service. Robert A. Pettinella’s appointment was announced Thursday during a meeting of Valley Emergency Medical Services (VEMS). Pettinella, who lives in Oxford, replaces Jason Perillo. |