There are over four million people world-wide protected by Medical Alert. Each emblem is engraved with the existing medical condition, PIN number and Media Alert's 24 Hour emergency number. When needed, medical professionals can immediately get vital information by a telephone call from anywhere in the world. Medic-Alert is a recognised medical identification system that has to be endorsed by doctors and has further information stored on computer. Medical Alert is a non-profit making registered charity.
All revenue is used to benefit the members.
Where a person cannot afford the price of joining, the local Lions Club will depending on circumstances often pay all or part of the cost. Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Fax 01 8721771. It promotes self advocacy, awareness of disability and equality for all, including parents, partners and carers. The Rehabilitation Institute is a voluntary body founded in 1949 to improve the independence of people with special needs.