‘File Of Life’ In Livingston Could Help When Emergencies Strike

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of the Township of Livingston. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

The Livingston Health Department encourages residents to sign up for its File of Life program this September as part of National Preparedness Month. It’s a good time to think about putting together or updating lists of medications and health-related information to keep your family prepared for any emergency.

Livingston’s File of Life program is a free packet that contains a form on which residents can include information like their emergency contacts, medical data, medications and dosages, medical conditions, allergies and medical insurance. The form folds up to fit in the red magnet “File of Life” holder which should be placed on the top portion of the refrigerator for easy access in case of an emergency. First responders and Emergency Medical Service technicians will have immediate access to critical medical information as soon as they arrive.

The Livingston Health Department offers File of Life program packets at no cost. They can be picked up at the Nursing/Education office and the Bureau of Vital Statistics in the Livingston Senior/Community Center at 204 Hillside Avenue.

Rave Alert/Smart 911: Register for Official Police & Emergency Alerts

Visit livingstonnj.org/RaveSmart911 to register and ensure that you receive critical information from the police and township in the case of an emergency.

Livingston uses the Rave Alert/Smart911 Emergency Notification System to reach members of the community. However, in order to receive these critical messages, residents must register themselves and their family members.

Severe weather, criminal activity, missing persons, severe traffic, or important local events are just a few examples of situations in which residents need critical, accurate information as quickly as possible. Residents will receive phone calls, emails, and text messages advising them of urgent situations. Visit livingstonnj.org/RaveSmart911 to register.

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