Dundalk Lions launch Message in a Bottle scheme

Dundalk Lions have launched the  Message in a Bottle scheme, which is a simple idea designed to encourage vulnerable people, living on their own, to keep their basic personal details on a standard form and in a common location where they can be easily found in an emergency, normally the fridge.

Why the fridge? It enables the emergency services to find the details quickly and easily, in a common place. In the event of fire, the contents of the fridge are protected longer.

There are two stickers, one is fixed to the back of the front door (or the door most used to access the premises), the second is attached to the door of the fridge

Other useful information is recorded such as contact details for next of kin or friends to be notified in an emergency and even what provision is needed for any pets the participants may have.

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Participants are strongly encouraged to keep a copy of any repeat prescriptions in the bottle, as this will aid paramedics and any hospital staff to ensure that the correct drugs are administered in the emergency.

If the participant has a specific medical condition and routinely wears an SOS Talisman bracelet or necklace, they should continue to wear it.
The Dundalk Lions Message in a Bottle Scheme is recognised by the H.S.E, Ambulance, Fire Service and First Responders.

Dundalk Lions said they would like to thank Louth Local Development for their kind sponsorship of this project.