About Charles County VRS

The Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad was founded in 1952 and is the County’s oldest volunteer rescue squad. We are located in downtown La Plata, Maryland, with our first due response area encompassing the town and other surrounding areas. We operate three ambulances and respond to over 3,000 calls for service per year.

Volunteer Today!

The Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad is always looking for qualified and motivated individuals to join our ranks. There are numerous benefits to becoming a volunteer here at Station 51, including but not limited to:

  • All training provided free of charge
  • College tuition reimbursement program
  • Maryland State tax deduction
  • LOSAP Retirement Program