We’re Your Battle Buddy
“This company prides itself on maintaining our customers dignity. From the moment we pick you up, to the moment we drop you off, we care for you like family.”
— Kevin Hedrington, Owner
Battle Buddy is a term used in the military which pairs individuals together to ensure no one is left out or left behind. We have incorporated this into our name and business philosophy as we are your Battle Buddy. We ensure you and/or your loved one is cared for with the utmost dignity, respect and safety while in our care.
Our Team
Kevin Hedrington
Owner
Kevin Hedrington was raised in St. Joseph County, Michigan. He is a graduate of Constantine Highschool class of 2001. While growing up Kevin remembers family movie night watching “Rescue 911″ hosted by William Shatner, always wanting to be a firefighter and EMT he admired during those nights with the family.
He joined the United States Marine Corps in July 2001 and served as an Airport Rescue Firefighter. While serving in this role he was also a licensed Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. He was stationed in multiple countries and states throughout his 8-years of service. He served a combat tour to Iraq in 2008 as an advisor to the Iraqi police.
Upon an honorable discharge from the Marine Corps in 2009, he obtained his Paramedic license and became a full-time firefighter/paramedic within the local community. He has served as a licensed Instructor/Coordinator and Adjunct Instructor for a local community college teaching Medical First Responder, EMT-Basic and Paramedic level courses. He holds degrees in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, and Healthcare Management.
Battle Buddy Mobility Transport is his vision put into practice.
Ruby
Office Manager
Ruby is a Yellow Lab and our owner, Kevin’s certified Service Animal. Ruby and Kevin were paired together in October 2021 through Got Your Six Support Dogs in Maryville, IL. Ruby is very active and when not working she enjoys spending time pulling squeakers out of her toys and playing fetch.
A Note About Suicide Prevention
Not only do our nations fighting force and veteran population have a significantly increased risk of depression and suicide, but our police, fire, EMS and dispatchers do as well.
Post-COVID pandemic suicidal ideation and suicide attempts are statistically more prevalent compared with the pre-pandemic period, especially among the adult general population and clinical patients. Please contact someone if you or anyone you know is struggling with the thoughts of suicide.
If you or anyone you know of has thoughts of harming themselves or others, please call 911 or the number listed below. One lost is too many, no one should be left to fight their battle alone.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or (800) 273-8255
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