Create a designated place in your home where vital personal information is easy to find. We recommend the kitchen. Romie Myers, R.N., of FamilyCareGiversOnline.com, states that “Emergency workers such as firefighters are trained to go to the kitchen and check…the refrigerator for emergency information.” Make sure to include emergency contacts, your doctor’s name, phone number & address, a list of medications you take, any allergies, medical conditions, etc. Anyone that comes into your home on a regular basis (care providers, family members, friends, etc.) should know where this information is located. We also recommend that you give a copy to a trusted neighbor and your #1 emergency contact person.
