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LOCAL HERO ceremonial unit in North Dakota. This group is asked to perform funeral services for EMS workers all over the state and region: “North Dakota, Northwest Minnesota and Northeast South Dakota, we go all over,” added Martin. He is also active in participating in powwows and has been serving as the chair of the F-M St. Patrick’s Parade Committee. For twelve years, Martin was on Fargo’s Native American Commission with a mission to be a conduit between the Native American community and Fargo and a liaison with different programs promoting Native American culture.” During the summer, Martin enjoys his spot on Toad Lake: “I like being at the lake – the nature and the quiet.” Martin’s spends his spare time with his friends: “I am a social person – I like being out and experiencing life.” Martin explained how F-M Ambulance’s work impacts people: “When I think about what we do, there is a difference between seeing immediate change and seeing what happens afterward, down the road. You may not see it right away; it may take days, weeks or months. But it is rewarding when you see that whatever you did helped and made life better for that person.” For example, Martin has assisted with the delivery of eight babies during his time at F-M Ambulance: “But the mothers do all of the work,” he insisted. When asked about the favorite part of his job, Martin said, “I like working with the people, with my coworkers, seeing that every day what I do makes a difference.” Martin described his work as “challenging: You never knowing what you are going to see or find, whether good or bad, and you have to be able to cope with it.” “In my role, we see a lot of bad things that happen to people. People are calling us at the worst times of their lives. Sometimes when you see a patient, yours might be the last face they see and the "In my role, we see a lot of bad things that happen to people. People are calling us at the worst times of their lives. Sometimes when you see a patient, yours might be the last face they see and the last voice they hear." – Don Martin 34 / THE GOOD LIFE / urbantoadmedia.com
last voice they hear,” Martin explained. He continued, “You are a paramedic, but you also have to be a counselor and get them through that journey. The bedside manner is important to get them to the hospital, knowing they are not alone and you are going to be there with them. They are scared and anxious. It does not help the patient if you are also nervous. You can be sweating on the inside, but don’t let it show.” Finally, Martin explained what “The Good Life” means to him: “It is being able to experience the journey of life with loved ones – friends and family – and having the experience altogether. It is facing all that life may give whether it be good or bad.” • urbantoadmedia.com / THE GOOD LIFE / 35
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