SouthingtonCARES File of Life
Did you know… More than 90% of medical emergency calls are treated without knowledge of the patients' medical history. The File of Life sheet enables Fire/Police/EMS personnel to obtain a quick and accurate medical history when a patient is unable to offer one. The sheet also eliminates the risk of a patient forgetting to mention something important.
The sheet, which is kept in a vinyl plastic pouch labeled FILE OF LIFE, lists the patient name, emergency medical contact, insurance policy, social security number, health problems, medications, dosages, allergies, The entire pouch is held with a magnet to the outside of the refrigerator.
A reflective sticker is also provided to be placed outside your front door to help notify 1st responders that you have a completed File of Life.
You can obtain a FREE File of Life packet at:
Southington Town Hall, Southington Community Services, Southington Police Department, Southington Fire Department, Southington Health Department, Calendar House, Southington Community YMCA, United Way of Southington.
Benefits to police officers
- Faster help for citizens in emergencies.
- Maximum use of officers' time.
Benefits to Fire and EMS personnel
- Instantly know medical history of patient.
- Corrective treatment can begin at once.
Benefits to hospital emergency staff
- On arrival, data is immediately available to medical staff.
Benefits to each individual
- Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt and quality care.Easy access to potentially life-saving information. Assurance that proper persons will be notified quickly.
- Renewed sense of community spirit.
Thanks again you’re your participation!
Your friends from SouthingtonCARES
www.southingtoncares.org
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