Gratis EMS

Gratis EMS We are committed to exceptional emergency care and dedicated service.

Gratis EMS is a full‑time, 24/7 combination EMS department providing advanced life support to the Village of Gratis, Gratis Township, and the Village of West Elkton.

A few weeks ago, our department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident where a vehicle had gone approximately 20 fee...
05/26/2026

A few weeks ago, our department was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident where a vehicle had gone approximately 20 feet down an embankment into a creek. The vehicle was on it's side and very unstable, our crews responded to the technical rescue, worked together, where Captain J. Drew was able to safely rescue the patient out of the vehicle. Today, that individual and his wife stopped by the station, to bring the crew breakfast and to thank us. Moments like these serve as a reminder of why we do what we do. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community and humbled by their kindness and support. Thank you both for taking the time to visit us today and for the thoughtful gesture. We are thankful that you are here and recovering.

This is what community is all about.

With all the hustle and bustle of this weekend between a multitude of emergencies each day, to cancelled parades that sp...
05/25/2026

With all the hustle and bustle of this weekend between a multitude of emergencies each day, to cancelled parades that spontaneously popped up again. We never really had a chance to stop and gather any photos to remember this Memorial Day weekend. So here’s the few we were able to find floating around, and the small few we took!

In honor of our previous tribute, we wanted to take a moment to pay respects to some of our cherished former members by ...
05/25/2026

In honor of our previous tribute, we wanted to take a moment to pay respects to some of our cherished former members by visiting their graves and leaving flowers and a patch, a heartfelt gesture to acknowledge their dedication and service to our community, and a meaningful keepsake for their families ❤️. Despite being overwhelmed with multiple 911 calls, simultaneous emergencies, and parade commitments today, we managed to visit a few of them. If you have a loved one or friend who served with us and is laid to rest in any of the Gratis Twp cemeteries, we invite you to reach out to us so we can continue honoring their memory.
Today, we remember
FF/EMT Tab McCollum, Assistant Chief GFD
EMR Maintenance Lieutenant Mike Vance
FF/EMT Sheryl “Sissy” McClure
Remarkable individuals who devoted their time and service to our community, leaving a lasting legacy that will forever be cherished ❤️.

Memorial Day is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices we honor, and it's especially meaningful for us at Gratis EMS. We ...
05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices we honor, and it's especially meaningful for us at Gratis EMS. We fondly remember our beloved Assistant Chief Paramedic/RN, “Mamma” Patricia Everhart, who left us far too soon on June 1st, just after Memorial Day 2023. Mamma Pat's remarkable 46-year career as a paramedic and RN in our community was a testament to her selflessness, and as one of Gratis EMS' original members, her legacy inspires us still. Today, we pay tribute to her remarkable life, and we salute the unwavering dedication of our public safety personnel and military heroes, past, present, and future, who make sacrifices that inspire us all. Happy Memorial Day everyone! 🇺🇸❤️

We also want to thank our wonderful community and the jeep community from near and far that came out expecting a parade ...
05/25/2026

We also want to thank our wonderful community and the jeep community from near and far that came out expecting a parade that was ultimately cancelled due to weather. Well they weren’t going to let that ruin their fun! A couple phone calls to the village administration and the Police Department and suddenly the community had came together and held a small parade rain or shine! And YOU all in the community showed up just as you always have! This is why we love this community so much!

05/25/2026

We want to thank Off The Hook Fishing & Camping for their wonderful parade! We always have a blast getting to come out there and make everyone’s day! If anyone has any pictures from the parade feel free to send them our way!

The medics have been freshly cleaned and are all ready for Memorial Day parades today and tomorrow! Happy Memorial Day t...
05/24/2026

The medics have been freshly cleaned and are all ready for Memorial Day parades today and tomorrow! Happy Memorial Day to everyone! 🇺🇸

Today starts EMS week. 🚑 To our team,Every day, you step out of the door not knowing what the next shift will bring. You...
05/18/2026

Today starts EMS week. 🚑

To our team,

Every day, you step out of the door not knowing what the next shift will bring. You answer the call in the middle of the night, in the pouring rain, and during the moments when our community members are facing their absolute worst days.

Being in EMS takes a special person. Time and time again, every single day I watch our team deliver! You don’t just save lives—you offer comfort, dignity, compassion, and hope when it is needed most.

Thank you for your tireless dedication, your compassion, your unwavering commitment, and the joy you bring to this department. You are the ones that make this department whole; you are the heart of our community. I am incredibly thankful for each and every one of you. I couldn't be more proud of you and the department we have.

Chief Ashley Schmidt

Today marks a momentous occasion as the Preble Shawnee Local School District senior class of 2026 achieves a truly remar...
05/16/2026

Today marks a momentous occasion as the Preble Shawnee Local School District senior class of 2026 achieves a truly remarkable feat, graduating with flying colors and unlocking a world of limitless possibilities. At Gratis EMS, we embody the unwavering pride of Preble Shawnee every day as its proudly displayed on our ambulances, and today we take immense pride in celebrating your extraordinary accomplishments and the boundless potential that lies ahead.

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405 Harrison Street
Gratis, OH
45330

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