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.
ChildCan ChildCan is a Canadian registered charitable organization, established in 1974, comprised of, and operated by, concerned parents of children who have been diagnosed with cancer. ChildCan funds research projects, as well as offering psychosocial support programs such as a school reintegration program and an art therapy program. Monthly support group meetings, special family activities and educational information concerning pediatric cancer are also offered to families by ChildCan. ChildCan serves Southwestern Ontario through the Children's Hospital of Western Ontario. There may be a similar group in your area.