Access and Functional Needs - Special Medical Needs Registry

The Access and Functional Needs Registry is made for individuals who require assistance with evacuation and sheltering during an emergency. Residents of long-term care facilities do not qualify for this program because these businesses must have their own emergency plans for their clients. Individuals meeting one of the following categories are encouraged to participate in this registry:

- Those who require specialized transportation and/or have no transportation

- Those whose medical needs prevent them from evacuating/sheltering on their own

Please take into consideration the following:

 Do not provide information that you believe would compromise your security.

 Do not wait until an evacuation order is given to request being added to the Registry.

 Due to a limited number of staff, we recommend that a caregiver accompany you and remain with you during your stay at the shelter.

 Be as complete as possible in your responses.

 You may be emailed periodically to verify and ensure the information provided is correct and to make any necessary changes, but we encourage you to edit your information at any point when your data changes.

 Entering data in this registry does not guarantee that a specific emergency situation will be handled in any particular order or manner.

The first line of defense against the effects of a disaster is personal preparedness. During an emergency, the government and other agencies may not be able to meet your needs. It is important for all citizens to make their own emergency plans and prepare for their own care and safety in an emergency. Submitting your information to this registry is not a guarantee that emergency officials will be able to assist you in an emergency.