Monroe County SAFE Program
The Monroe County SAFE Program is an initiative created by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office to improve interactions between first responders and residents with special needs or conditions like autism, Alzheimer’s, PTSD, and other disabilities.
It allows families to pre-register loved ones, providing critical information to dispatchers and officers to ensure safe and appropriate emergency responses.
Key Features of the SAFE Program:
- Information Sharing: Families fill out a secure, online form that notes a person's triggers, calming methods, and communication methods
- Decals: Enrolled residents receive stickers to place on their homes or vehicles, alerting first responders that someone inside may need special assistance
- Improved Emergency Response: When officers are dispatched to a registered address, the information is immediately available to help them understand how to handle the situation efficiently
- Target Population: This program is intended for residents of Monroe County with cognitive, developmental, or chronic illnesses, such as Alzheimer's, autism, or PTSD
HOW TO ENROLL:
Enrollment is conducted online. Families can provide information about the individual and upload a photo for identification. The Monroe Public Safety Department is proud to partner with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office to provide this valuable community resource. For more information, contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Records Division at (734) 240-7415.
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