West Hartford’s Special Needs Registry is in the process of being updated.

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This September, during National Preparedness Month, the West Hartford Office of Emergency Management is updating its Special Needs Registry. The registry helps identify residents who may need extra assistance in an emergency, including:

• People with specific medical needs
• Those who depend on electricity for life-saving equipment
• Individuals who are homebound and cannot leave without help

All medical information is confidential, and residents must re-register each year to keep records current.

Residents are also encouraged to sign up for the Town’s emergency alerts here: Emergency Notifications.

By registering for both the Special Needs Registry and emergency alerts, residents will receive important updates, safety tips, and instructions during emergencies.

The registry is part of the new Medical Resiliency Program, which supports residents with access or functional needs by promoting personal preparedness, sharing emergency resources, and providing guidance on sheltering in place or evacuating.

Register here: Special Needs Registry Form

Need help filling the form out? Call the Office of Emergency Management at 860-561-8310.

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