Alzheimer's Association Safe Return Program

In a move to significantly improve the safety of individuals with Alzheimer's or related dementia, MedicAlert and the Alzheimer's Association have formed an alliance to offer MedicAlert® + Alzheimer's Association Safe Return. This is a live, 24-hour emergency response service for wandering and medical emergencies.

When a person with dementia wanders or becomes lost, his or her information and photo are provided to local law enforcement. When a person is found, a citizen or law official calls the 800-number on the identification product and the individual's family or caregivers are contacted. The nearest Alzheimer's Association office provides information and support during search and rescue efforts. In addition, should medical attention be required, access to a personal health record is immediately available.

To enroll a person with Alzheimer's disease in MedicAlert + Safe Return, to update a current enrollment with a member's medical information, or to learn more about the program, contact the Alzheimer's Association at 1 (800) 272-3900.

KIPDA is working with the Alzheimer's Association to provide for several scholarships available to persons in the KIPDA region. Please contact the local Alzheimer's Association for further information at (502) 451-4266.