Empowering Ecuador: How Centro De Capacitacion Respirar Saves Lives with SALI Training

At the heart of the Disque Foundation’s Save a Life Initiative (SALI) is a commitment to spreading life-saving skills worldwide. This mission thrives thanks to our passionate training partners and volunteers, who dedicate their time and expertise to educating others in their communities. 

Today, we spotlight the Centro De Capacitacion Respirar, a remarkable training center in Ecuador that has taken our advanced life support education and turned it into a transformative force for their local communities.

Meet Centro De Capacitacion Respirar

SALI trainer teaching students basic airway technique using a mannequinLocated in the vibrant city of Riobamba, Ecuador, Centro De Capacitacion Respirar is a pioneering institution coordinated by Henry Rodriguez, a paramedic, and instructor whose dedication to prehospital care and advanced training inspires everyone around him. Situated at AV. Leopoldo Cabezas B 10-03 and AV. La Prensa, the center offers a wide array of training and continuing education, including BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BBP (Bloodborne Pathogens), and CPR.

The organization’s goal is simple yet profound: to develop skills in CPR and AED use. in CPR and AED, empowering individuals to save lives. Their evidence-based learning approach blends theory, practical exercises, and feedback processes, creating a well-rounded and impactful educational experience.

What is the Save a Life Initiative (SALI) Training Program?

The Save a Life Initiative (SALI) training program, powered by the Disque Foundation, is a global effort dedicated to empowering individuals with life-saving skills and knowledge. It is designed to make advanced life support education accessible to communities around the world, with the ultimate goal of reducing preventable deaths and improving emergency response readiness.

The program goes beyond certifications by fostering a community of trained first responders. SALI empowers volunteers and organizations to cascade this knowledge, equipping others to handle emergencies with confidence and precision. 

SALI trainer teaching students CPR using a mannequin.By partnering with local organizations like Centro De Capacitacion Respirar, SALI bridges the gap between global resources and local needs, making advanced life support training both accessible and sustainable. Together, these efforts create a ripple effect—empowering individuals to save lives and inspiring them to pass on this knowledge to their communities.

Training That Transforms Lives

Centro De Capacitacion Respirar doesn’t just stop at offering certifications—they actively reach out to paramedics, doctors, firefighters, police, nurses, students, and civilians to build a community of life-savers. With an emphasis on economic accessibility, they make training affordable, ensuring that financial barriers don’t stand in the way of acquiring these critical life-saving skills.

Recently, Centro De Capacitacion Respirar hosted a series of life-saving courses, including BLS and ACLS training sessions. These courses integrated the latest ILCOR 2020 Guidelines and ILCOR 2023 Recommendations. These sessions weren’t just about certifications; they were immersive experiences where participants engaged in ACLS Megacode simulation cases, led by top-tier emergency medical staff.

A Global Partnership with Local Impact

The partnership between Centro De Capacitacion Respirar and the Disque Foundation has amplified the reach of both organizations. Using resources from the Save a Life Initiative, Centro De Capacitacion Respirar has been able to host multiple training events that taught the learners:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Stop The Bleed (Bleed Control)
  • Bloodborne Pathogens.

A Shared Mission: Saving Lives

Sali trainer teaching a female student basic airway technique using a mannequinThe incredible work of Centro De Capacitacion Respirar is a testament to what can be achieved when global support meets local action. Their team of certified instructors, emergency doctors, and healthcare professionals continues to lead the charge in spreading life-saving knowledge, all while fostering a spirit of community and resilience.

Their efforts underscore the importance of the Disque Foundation’s mission—to train and empower individuals to save lives, no matter where they are in the world. Together, we are creating a global network of empowered first responders, one training session at a time.

Join the Movement

Whether you’re a healt hcare professional, a first responder, or a concerned citizen, the life-saving skills taught by Centro De Capacitacion Respirar and other SALI Training Partners are invaluable.

The Disque Foundation is proud to support organizations like Centro De Capacitacion Respirar. If you’re inspired by their story and want to make a difference in your community, become a SALI Trainer or Partner. Together, we can create a world where everyone is equipped to save a life.

Ready to join the mission of saving lives? The Disque Foundation offers free life-saving courses  jointly accredited by ACCME, ACPE, ANCC that provide you with the essential skills to respond effectively in emergencies.

Let’s continue to spread life-saving skills and empower individuals across the globe.