Harold,

Sorry to hear about your troubles. It sounds like you are going through it with the right attitude though!

As for the CPR class, have you checked with local church or their scout groups? They sometimes offer CPR classes.

You might also just try walking into the local fire/rescue/emt station and ask for training. I work with the local (Tomball, TX) emt group as a first responder with my company. They are a great group of people and are always trying to get "civilians" to learn more first aid. I don't know if they could give you actual certification, but they could teach you the proper procedures. Some cookies or a couple of pizzas might grease the offer. What have you got to lose by trying?

-Blast, who has often relied on the kindness of strangers with bandages.