ID Information Guide
Making first responders aware of a person’s communication and behavioral challenges is critical in situations where both could be key to public safety. The options below are potential life savers for families whose loved ones may go missing or find themselves in danger.
Medical ID Bracelets
MedicAlert
Project Lifesaver is a national program that uses radio technology to help locate missing persons. Participants wear a bracelet, equipped with a transmitter, which can aid specially trained Law Enforcement Officers in locating them once reported missing. The success rate is 100% nationwide. Note: if you live in an area which is not currently served by Project Lifesaver, you can purchase all the required equipment on your own.
ROAD ID
This interactive version of this item allows you to enter a comprehensive medical profile that first responders can access by calling the phone number on the band and providing the personal ID number engraved on the band. This service is $10 a year, plus the cost of the ID.
Wearable ID Products
Many individuals will not wear jewelry but still need an ID. Or, your special person may need a wearable identification when wallet IDs aren’t practical, such as at the beach. Below are some good options.
If I need Help
This company sells items that have all the information about your loved one on a QR code. The parent/caregiver has total control of what information to enter into their special needs registry, which can be emailed or sent to first responders.
Alert Me Bands
Alert Me Bands are safety ID wristbands designed to provide vital information about the wearer, such as identification and emergency contact details, for situations where they might be unable to communicate for themselves.
ROAD ID
This company has many designs and styles to choose from. They engrave the band with the information you provide.
Custom Silicone Wristbands
This company offers custom made silicone bands that can be ordered in quantities as few as 1. You can place ID information and your cell number on the band.
Wristband Connection
These are custom made silicone bands, including medical alerts bands, with your information. You can order as few as one.
Safety Tat Safety Tattoos
No matter where or what you do, there’s a SafetyTat product to ensure the safety of your child or loved one. Temporary Tattoos can be especially good on field trips or vacations.
Information Cards
POAC Information Cards
POAC Autism Services has “My Child has Autism” and “I Have Autism” information cards available free of charge. Parents can use the “My Child has Autism” cards to alert others as needed in public settings and the individual with autism can use the “I have Autism” card in contacts with police or first responders. Contact the POAC office to order.
MediPal Seatbelt ID
These are custom made silicone bands, including medical alerts bands, with your information. You can order as few as one.
Seat Belt Emergency ID Straps
Seat Belt Emergency I.D. Straps allow you to fill out facts about your child for first responders.
There are several types of Governmental Identification Cards available in almost every region. These can include non-driver identification cards issued by your local Division of Motor Vehicle Department, or county special needs cards. Please contact your local municipality to find out what is available in your area.
All information in POAC’s safety handouts is provided for your INFORMATION only and does not constitute medical advice or an endorsement of any clinical or therapeutic method, treatment, service, safety device, safety product, organization or vendor. POAC is not responsible for the content produced by, or the services rendered by, any third party that is referenced, or to which access may be provided via our reference material.
Gary Weitzen
POAC Executive Director
Gary Weitzen, the Executive Director of POAC Autism Services, also holds a certified law enforcement instructor title in New Jersey and has 20 years of experience in risk management. Besides managing POAC, he’s spent 15 years teaching life skills to adults with autism. A notable autism advocate, Gary has been featured in major media networks and has a son with autism, Christopher.
