What information should I provide to emergency responders?
Answer:
Be prepared to provide:
- A recent photograph
- Full name and physical description
- Clothing worn when last seen
- Dementia diagnosis
- Medical conditions and medications
- Communication difficulties
- Places they may try to visit
- Information about vehicles, phones, or GPS devices
- Nearby hazards such as lakes, highways, or wooded areas
Having this information prepared before an emergency can save valuable time.