Last Fall the Calgary Police Service (CPS) launched the Vulnerable Person Self-Registry, which is a voluntary program for Calgarians who might require specific care in an emergency.
Police said 470 Calgarians have registered since Oct. 2015, sharing information that might help first responders in a disaster or an emergency.
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Participants give their physical description, photo and special instructions pertaining to their condition.
In a news release Thursday, police said that database is being accessed by first responders several times a week.
The registration must be completed annually to maintain current records. If you would like to learn more click here.
Any information given cannot be used in a criminal investigation.
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