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The File of Life is an emergency information sheet for each member of your family that is kept on your refrigerator door in a magnetic envelope for easy reach by ambulance, fire or rescue personnel.
Should you be unable to respond, all your medical information will be handy.
Benefits to first responders
Faster help for citizens in emergencies;
Instantly know medical history of patient;
Corrective treatment can begin immediately.
Benefits to hospital emergency staff
On arrival, data is immediately available to medical staff;
No wasted time getting information from confused patient.
Benefits to each individual
Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt, quality care;
Easy access to potentially life-saving information;
Assistance that proper persons will be notified quickly.
Place your File of Life sticker on your front door or window; this will let the emergency people know where to look for information.
Use a pencil to fill out your information in the File of Life. This will make it easier to make changes as your medications or doctors change.
On the File of Life information sheet, put down all your medications, the name(s) of your doctor(s), and family members or friends that should be contacted if something happens to you.
Your doctor, family, friends or social worker can help you fill out your information sheet.
Remember to update your File of Life any time you start a new medication or see a new doctor.
File of Life Packets are available at the main office of the Hidden Valley Lake Association on Hidden Valley Road, at the Middletown Fire Station on Highway 175 and at the House of Bargains located next door to the Middletown Fire Station.
The File of Life Program is only for South Lake County Residents; however, if you live outside the area and wish to learn how to start this program in your area, please contact Babe Vecellio at 707-987-3535 and she will give you the necessary resource information.
