Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) Program

What is the PAD Program?

The Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) program is a community-driven initiative that seeks to improve the chances of survival during cardiac emergencies by making Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) easily accessible throughout the city. In partnership with local non-profit organizations and community stakeholders, the program ensures AEDs are placed in high-traffic areas, such as schools, parks, businesses, and other public locations, where bystanders can quickly access them in case of a cardiac arrest.

By participating in the PAD program, community members help create a safer environment, where lifesaving equipment is available when it matters most. The Winter Garden Fire Rescue Department provides education and training on AED usage, to empower residents to act confidently and effectively during emergencies. Want to learn CPR and AED use? Sign up now!

Community Partners

Matt's Mission 

Matt's Mission exists to increase the survival rate of SCA victims through AED donations, education and training. Learn more.

Find an AED Near You:

The City of Winter Garden in partnership with the Orange County Fire Rescue Department is a PulsePoint-enabled community. Use this interactive map that displays the community AED registry to learn where publicly accessible AEDs are located near you.


Register an AED

Does your business or organization have an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)? Please take a moment to add this valuable lifesaving tool to our PulsePoint AED Registry and help ensure it is available to those who need it in an emergency. 

Click here to register your AED.