Elopement and Wandering Your Guide to Safety Resources

Contact Chief Tommy Carter at tcarter@ projectlifesaver.org, or call 1.877.580. LIFE (5433). Who has access? All 21 counties in New Jersey are covered by Project Lifesaver. It is available for people with autism, A lzheimer’s and other disabilities. Sheriffs, police, fire, search and rescue, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes can join Project Lifesaver and then offer the program to those who need it. The general public can become involved with Project Lifesaver by signing up through the website. Searches, member agency locations, and announcements are available. Benefits: • Available in every county in N ew J ersey and provides a trained emergency team for search • Uses radio frequency technology which works in densely wooded areas, buildings or shallow water • Transmitter does not need to be removed for bathing or swimming Limitations: • Price may vary depending on county • Highest monthly fee is $25 per month • Radio technology does not offer Geofencing perimeter notifications • Requires battery change every 30 to 60 days

All 21 counties in New Jersey are covered by Project Lifesaver. It is available for people with autism, Alzheimer’s and other disabilities.

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