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Special Needs Registry
The Special Needs Registry is a planning tool to allow citizens and individuals with special needs the opportunity to provide valuable information to emergency response agencies, so that emergency responders can better plan to serve them in an emergency or disaster situation. The Special Needs Registry is a cooperative effort of Conover Fire Department to serve our citizens and communities in Catawba County.
Who is an individual with special needs?
A person or family members with special needs is anyone who will require assistance in excess of that provided to the general public in a time of an emergency or disaster event. Particularly in an event or situation that a large-scale evacuation may be necessary. You may have heard the term special needs, vulnerable populations or individuals with access and functional needs. A family member or loved one can sign up on behalf of a person.
Why should I sign up?
By signing up for the Special Needs Registry, you will let emergency responders know who you are and what type of need you have. The information you provide will be used in the planning process, as well as in post-disaster response. If an emergency or disaster occurs in your area, the special needs registry will be used to enhance the efficiency of response agencies to serve those with particular or specific needs.
The Special Needs Registry is a planning tool to allow citizens and individuals with special needs the opportunity to provide important information to emergency response agencies, so that emergency responders can better plan to serve them in an emergency or disaster situation. The Special Needs Registry is a cooperative effort of Conover Fire Department to serve our citizens and communities in Catawba County.
The Special Needs Registry allows residents with medical needs and organizations assisting those with social needs an opportunity to provide information to the Conover Fire Department so that agencies can communicate emergency preparedness, response and recovery resources to our vulnerable, at risk and hard-to-reach residents.
The special needs registry is a document that residents of the City of Conover can voluntarily fill out for themselves or a loved one that may need special assistance during an emergency or disaster. This registry may give key information to first responders in the event of a 911 call or disaster.
It does not guarantee special aid or immediate assistance, but allows emergency responders to plan for the needs of the population. All records are kept confidential and there is no charge for this service.
Special Needs Registry Application
Scroll to view the digital version of the Special Needs Registry or you can print the document and mail it to:
Attn Special Needs, City of Conover Fire Department, P.O. Box 549, Conover, N 28613