Safety for Seniors

The St. Charles Fire Department, with help from local businesses, offers these senior safety services:

The “Vial of Life” Program is a nationwide program designed to assist emergency rescue teams in medical treatment in the event that a senior is found alone and unconscious or unable to communicate. A medical data form containing vital information, such as allergies, medications, contacts, etc., is inserted into a vial and kept in the top right hand shelf of the refrigerator door. The Vial of Life kit is free.

The Home Safety Program offers seniors free smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, along with a free home safety check. St. Charles firefighters will install the detectors as needed and perform the home safety check. A home safety check consists of looking for fire hazards and making recommendations to eliminate the hazards.

The Illinois Premise Alert Program is a safety program that supports individuals living with disabilities, to ensure that emergency responders are aware of any special needs and/or disabilities before arrival at a call for service. Contact Fire Department Administration to enroll in the Illinois Premise Alert Program. Special information can be provided to emergency responders for those with special needs or concerns. 

For more information, contact the St. Charles Fire Department at (630) 377-4458.