File of Life available

May 24, 2007

Elder Options is now the official distributor of the File of Life emergency information packets for Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, and Columbia counties.

The File of Life is a free service available for all seniors, and is endorsed by hospitals, EMTs, police, sheriffs and fire departments.

Members of the public who are younger than 65 years old can acquire the files for a $5 donation. All donations will be utilized to assist in the purchase of additional Files of Life.

The File of Life is a medical file that is placed on a home refrigerator that can be quickly accessed by emergency personnel. The file lists medications being taken, medical conditions, a list of recent surgeries, and any substances that the individual is allergic to. It also provides space to list physician name and phone number, insurance information, next of kin or emergency contacts and a description of other special circumstances that rescue personnel should know about.

Free File of Life packets are available at the reception desk at Elder Options, 872 15th Avenue, Longview. .