New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

Saved by a 10-year-old GRAN’S 111 EMERGENCY

Jessica Cameron has always prioritised teaching her daughters practical life skills and encouraged them to give everything a go.

A huge part of this has been the Northland family’s involvement in St John Cadets, where Nicole, 10, and Vanessa, six, learn every week about a wide variety of first aid, survival and life skills.

Jessica knew it would stand them in good stead, but she never imagined the important knowledge they’ve gained would also be lifesaving when her own mum had a heart

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