Pubblica Assistenza Granaglione

Pubblica Assistenza e Protezione Civile Granaglione is a nonprofit, nonpartisan and non-denominational volunteer association serving the community of Alto Reno Terme, in the province of Bologna, Italy. Founded on democratic principles, it promotes equality, dignity and civic commitment through practical assistance to people in need.

The association provides ambulance transport and other healthcare transfers, including inter-hospital journeys arranged in partnership with the Bologna Local Health Authority, as well as planned or protected hospital admissions and discharges. It also transports people on behalf of local residential care facilities and private individuals, and offers social transport services for people with disabilities. For sporting events, concerts, performances and other public gatherings, its team provides healthcare assistance.

Granaglione also serves as the municipal Civil Protection Operations Centre for Alto Reno Terme. Its vehicle fleet includes four ambulances, four Fiat Doblò vehicles and two cars, one configured as a medical car and the other dedicated to social services. The association holds annual first-aid courses open to the public and provides ongoing training for operational volunteers.