In Madison, Connecticut, a senior citizens group, takes preventive measures for health safety and crime prevention.
A new program could notify emergency personnel of every senior citizen’s vital health information as well as create a formal alliance among the police force, the elderly and the local businesses in an effort to fight crime.
A yellow decal placed on the rear windshield of a car would signify that medical information about the driver — who may be unable to communicate in the event of an accident — is printed on a yellow form in the glove compartment.
The Yellow Dot Program is offered by the National Association of Triads Inc., a nationwide effort that aims to create a partnership among the elderly, the police force and local businesses. Each Triad is governed by a volunteer board of directors, called a S.A.L.T. (Seniors And Law Enforcement Working Together), whose purpose is to develop, expand and implement effective crime prevention programs for seniors.
People’s Bank of Connecticut founded the program, in which 37 Connecticut towns and several states are now participating.