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C.I.R.C.L.E.
Special Needs Registry
What is the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry?
The C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry is a voluntary program of the combined Indian River County First Responder agencies. Its purpose is to compile and maintain a list of individuals who have “special needs” due to mental or neurological disabilities and who may reside or frequently visit Indian River County. Residents of Indian River County are invited to provide information about themselves, or a loved one with special needs of any age, who may require special assistance in an emergency or interaction with local first responder agencies.
The registration is completely voluntary.
The C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry is a voluntary program of the combined Indian River County First Responder agencies. Its purpose is to compile and maintain a list of individuals who have “special needs” due to mental or neurological disabilities and who may reside or frequently visit Indian River County. Residents of Indian River County are invited to provide information about themselves, or a loved one with special needs of any age, who may require special assistance in an emergency or interaction with local first responder agencies.
The registration is completely voluntary.
How to register
To register for the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry, complete the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry Form and turn it into your local Police/Sheriff Department. Parents/caregivers/individuals may enroll themselves or a person of any age with any type of medical condition or disability, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Alzheimer’s or Dementia, Bipolar Disorder and Down Syndrome. Adults with special needs such as hearing or speech impaired may also enroll themselves.
To register for the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry, complete the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry Form and turn it into your local Police/Sheriff Department. Parents/caregivers/individuals may enroll themselves or a person of any age with any type of medical condition or disability, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Alzheimer’s or Dementia, Bipolar Disorder and Down Syndrome. Adults with special needs such as hearing or speech impaired may also enroll themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry?
The C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry is a voluntary program of the combined Indian River County Emergency Services agencies. Its purpose is to compile and maintain a list of individuals who have “special needs” due to mental or neurological disabilities and who may reside or frequently visit Indian River County. Family members, caregivers, or an individual are invited to provide information about themselves or a loved one with special needs of any age, who may require special assistance in an emergency or interaction with local Police or Deputies. The registration is completely voluntary.
Who is eligible
The registry has been developed with the intent to serve all members (adult or juvenile) of our community or people who frequent our community who have a “special need” and want to register with C.I.R.C.L.E.
As soon as I register, will the information be immediately available in case police response is required?
No. The registration form will need to be entered in order to capture all relevant information. The process may take up to two (2) weeks to be fully processed. You will receive a wrist band with a number that is specifically designated to the individual with special needs and an identification card. These items will be mailed to you from C.I.R.C.L.E. at no charge.
Who has access to mine or my family member/special needs registrant’s profile
First responder personnel who require this information in the performance of their duties will have access to the information. There are strict regulations with respect to accessing and disseminating information. The sharing of this information with other agencies during an emergency can be helpful when a person with special needs is contacted within Indian River County or another jurisdiction.
Can I update my profile if there are changes? How do I do that
You may request changes on information that has a significant impact on response of emergency services. Some examples would include a change in address, school, triggers or emergency contact. You do not need to report a change in hair color, for example, as first responders are familiar with the changes that can be made and are more likely to notice height, weight and eye color. Changes can be made on a new registry form, however, a new wrist band and card will not be sent out as the information on the registrant will still be under the same designated number in the database.
After my child/dependent adult is registered, and if there is an incident, do I need to do something to notify the police
You should report any emergency or missing person as normal via 911. However, when making the report, it is preferable that you let the 911 center know that the individual is registered with the C.I.R.C.L.E. Special Needs Registry. This may help expedite information being disseminated to the responding Officers/Deputies without having to ask the parents/guardians during a high stress situation to remember identifiers and particular facts that may help in resolving the case faster.
How will this registry help if my child/dependent adult goes missing
If the individual goes missing and is reported by the parent/guardian, information about his/her physical appearance, the most likely places where he/she would go to, as well as triggers, stimulants, and de‐escalation techniques will be sent to every Police Officer/Deputy in the area to look for the missing person. It is also extremely helpful in situations where Police Officers/Deputies come in contact with an individual with special needs who may be in distress but cannot communicate well enough to provide pertinent information to assist with bringing them home or turning them over to the proper caregiver or family member. In these situations, the Special Needs Registry wrist band/ID card can assist with locating the information on file to achieve a successful outcome to the contact.
More Resources
Get Immediate Help
People often don’t get the mental health services they need because they don’t know where to start.
Talk to your primary care doctor or another health professional about mental health problems. Ask them to connect you with the right mental health services.
If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help for yourself, your friends, your family, or your students.
Emergency Medical Services--911
If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - 988
The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
People often don’t get the mental health services they need because they don’t know where to start.
Talk to your primary care doctor or another health professional about mental health problems. Ask them to connect you with the right mental health services.
If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help for yourself, your friends, your family, or your students.
Emergency Medical Services--911
If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - 988
The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
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