Project Lifesaver
thru: Monroe County Sheriff's Office
- Includes a small transmitter that is worn 24 hours and emits a unique, identifiable radio frequency tracking signal. If the client goes missing, the caregiver will call 911. Trained deputies from the Sheriff’s Office will be dispatched to the area with locator equipment in an attempt to locate the client.
Eligibility: Clients must have diagnosis of Autism, Downs Syndrome, Traumatic Brain Injury, dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease), or other intellectual or developmental disability. Clients must also have a history, or severe risk, of wandering, eloping or becoming disoriented as documented in a Life Plan, IEP or medical diagnosis (code Z91.83).
Application Process: Fill out enrollment application located on the Monroe County Sheriff's website.
Required Documentation: Call for information.
Fees: The cost of the start-up kit is approximately $350. After the first year, clients need to purchase a battery and replacement band every 45 to 60 days at a combined cost of approximately $5.00 ($30 per year). Financial assistance may be available from outside organizations for those who qualify.
Coverage Note: Monroe County.
This program is offered here:
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
130 South Plymouth Avenue
Rochester NY 14614
Fingerprinting at headquarters: M-TH 10:00AM-1:00PM, 2:00PM-7:00PM. F 10:00AM-12:00PM, 1:00PM-4:00PM.
Jail Inmate Records: M-F 9:00AM-11:00PM. After hours information: transfer call to Central Control.
Jail/Correctional Facility appointment lines: Recording after hours.
