About the Program

The mission of Project Lifesaver is to use state-of-the-art technology to find people with Alzheimer's disease, other memory disorders (such as dementia), or autistic children who may be prone to wander. A wandering person with Alzheimer's disease, other memory disorders, or an autistic child represents a critical emergency. They are often unaware of their situation. They may not call out for help and sometimes do not respond to people calling out to them.

The Project Lifesaver participant wears a battery-powered bracelet which emits a radio-tracking signal 24 hours a day and weighs about one ounce. The Monmouth County Sheriff's Office can respond rapidly in the event that the participant becomes missing.

The Project Lifesaver program was developed by the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office in Virginia. Hundreds of rescues have already taken place nationwide with the use of Project Lifesaver. The average rescue time remains under 30 minutes.

How to Get an Application

For Seniors 60 & older: Call the Monmouth County Office on Aging at (732) 431-7450 and ask to be sent an application for the Project Lifesaver tracking bracelet.

All others: Call the Monmouth County Sheriff's Office at (732) 431-6400 ext. 1129.

There is no charge for the bracelet and details are sent with the application.

Ongoing Maintenance

Project Lifesaver participants will be monitored by Monmouth County Sheriff's Office personnel to ensure that the bracelet they have is well maintained and functioning properly.