The Project Lifesaver program has been implemented by the Morris County Sheriff's Office in an effort to provide enhanced support and assistance to Morris County residents who are primary caregivers for an individual suffering from Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia disorder, as well as families of children afflicted with Down Syndrome, autism, traumatic brain injuries or cognitive impairments.
These individuals might be prone to wander away from home and become confused or lost. Project Lifesaver allows from proactive response by law enforcement if this happens. This not only saves time and manpower, but also gives caregivers and families peace of mind and reassurance that all possible resources will be utilized in the effort to locate and return their loved one home safely.
Participants in the Program Lifesaver program wear a special wrist or ankle bracelet equipped with a small transmitter which emits a signal that law enforcement can track when someone goes missing. Search times have been reduced from days and hours, to minutes. Average recovery times are well under 30 minutes.
The Morris County Sheriff's Office serves as the lead agency for Project Lifesaver. The Lincoln Park Police Department provides collaborative support and programmatic assistance in the areas of participant referrals and application review. The application must be completed and submitted by the legal primary family member/caregiver (authorized representative) for a relative with a physician-confirmed diagnosis and the individual must reside in Morris County with a primary caregiver.
Project Lifesaver Enrollment Form