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By Christian Oldale

Lethbridge Police launch Vulnerable Person Registry program

Jan 27, 2025 | 4:35 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) has launched its new Vulnerable Person Registry (VPR).

According to LPS, the VPR is designed to enhance the safety and well-being of individuals who may require additional assistance during emergencies or high-stress situations.

The program is free of charge and voluntary for those taking part. In it, Individuals and their guardians can provide police with key details about medical conditions, emergency contacts, preferred communication methods, sensory preferences and other pertinent information.

The program was initiated by Constable Karly Easter after her experience with the Police and Crisis Team (PACT).

Easter said, “Whether it’s locating a non-verbal individual who has gone missing or managing an emergency where someone may need more assistance dealing with uncertainty, we want to make sure that our approach meets their needs.”

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The VPR will issue a card and decal to those involved so police can recognize registrants. Police say the visual identifiers can further aid anyone assisting a vulnerable person by facilitating identification and connecting them with their emergency contact.

Registration for the VPR can be done here.

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