Dear SILVER WORLD and Hinsdale County family,

I have been overwhelmed with support and love from this community since news of my termination from Hinsdale EMS became public. I have heard from so many past patients and supportive community members. Your kindness has carried me through a difficult time. While I understand that the county leadership will be working towards some changes with the agency, I do not currently have a position with medical response in Hinsdale County. However, I will continue to remain on the Hinsdale County Search & Rescue Team.
I have been offered and have accepted a full-time position with Ouray County EMS. I will be commuting to work 48-hour shifts with them in this way. I will be able to keep my medical skills and knowledge fresh and grow as a leader in a different but similar response system. I will continue to advocate for a healthy future for Hinsdale County EMS, as well as be a bridge to our neighboring county.
The path forward is a fantastic professional opportunity for me and will prepare me even more to serve Hinsdale County in the future, should the door be opened.
Hinsdale County is a spectacularly beautiful place to live and work, but people truly make it a community. Be good to each other.

_{Amanda Hartman
Lake City}