Wandering Prevention Checklist
Is your home safely secured?
Consider a Locating Device. GPS tracking can help you know where your child is at all times
Consider an ID bracelet
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Disclosure ability can be vital in times of wandering. Id’ items in pockets can be misinterpreted. Items readily observable are best, and teaching your child to show. There are many ways to consider disclosure. Here are a few ideas:
Wearing a medical ID bracelet that discloses your medical information.
Have a picture of your medical diagnosis on a phone or tablet.
Have diagnostic information sewn into your sleeve
Practice a vocal disclosure
SafetyTat | Child ID Temporary Safety Tattoos to prevent lost kids
Teach your child to swim. Drowning is the leading cause of death in wandering
You have informed or “registered with your local first responders: police, fire, Red Cross
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Log wandering attempts, locations, and potential reasons why to keep data and plan accordingly.
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Keep data and track & inform your team
