Each individual member has a personalized identification number on the tag. This number is listed with Medic Alert and is accessed by a 24 hour telephone number. Medic Alert is a nonprofit organization with an internationally recognized symbol. There is a fee. A variety of necklets or bracelets are available at additional cost.
Applications are available at most hospitals, pharmacies or doctors' offices.
There may be other programs available to you in your province or locality. Again, the social worker in your hospital will be aware of what is available and may be of use to you. It is at this time that palliative or hospice care may be offered. The focus is on hope and living. Expertise in pain management and other aspects of physical comfort are also available.