Take Me Home is a program for people with cognitive or communication disabilities who may need special assistance in times of emergency. It was originally developed by the Pensacola, Florida, Police Department. This kind of assistance may be required if the person is unable to speak or properly identify themselves, or if they become disoriented or act in a manner that could be misinterpreted by first responders.
The system includes a current digital picture, demographic information and caregiver contacts. If a deputy encounters a person in the Take Me Home system, the deputy can query the database by searching by name or by the person’s physical description. Once the individual’s Take Me Home record has been located, the deputy has the information at hand to appropriately assist the person.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
To enroll in the Take Me Home Program, families or caregivers submit registrant information on the below form. This includes a recent digital photo, physical characteristics (height, weight), demographics, emergency contacts and a description of the person's condition or illness.
This information is placed in a database that can be accessed in a deputy's vehicle or through dispatchers. If deputies find someone who can’t communicate where he/she lives, they can search the database by description and return the person to their loved ones. The system also works in reverse — if a loved one goes missing, their picture and description are immediately available.
Take Me Home is voluntary for residents who participate and all information is accessible only by law enforcement. To enroll a person in the program, please complete the information below.