Policy Text
I. PURPOSE
To reduce the potential for injury or death of individuals with forms of dementia,
such as Alzheimer’s, or developmental disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum
Disorder who, due to their condition, may wander from safe environments. In
addition, to facilitate the recognition of households that voluntarily notify the
Department where persons with autism spectrum disorder reside, and to provide
those residents with the opportunity to register their family member’s condition
with the Department to facilitate the Department’s response and communication
with said individuals.