Special Needs

While disasters and emergencies affect everyone, their impact on people with special needs is often complicated by factors such as reliance on electrical power, elevators, accessible transportation and accessible communication – all of which can be compromised in emergency situations.

Step 1: Read the guides

To best prepare for an emergency according to one’s special needs, please refer to the guides provided:

Step 2: Fill out the Vulnerable Persons Registry

A vulnerable person is defined as an individual who has a medical, mental health or physical condition that requires assistance. In the event of an emergency, responders will have immediate access to the Vulnerable Persons Registry. All vulnerable persons should put their name on this registry to ensure they receive assistance.

Step 3: Contact Vaughan’s Emergency Planning division

For any additional information or concerns, please contact Vaughan’s Emergency Planning division.

Phone: 905-832-2281

Email: PrepE@vaughan.ca

Location:

Joint Operations Centre

Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service Administration

2800 Rutherford Rd.

Vaughan, ON L4K 2N9

Contact Information

Emergency Planning

Joint Operations Centre
2800 Rutherford Rd.
Vaughan, ON L4K 2N9
Canada

Mailing Address

Vaughan City Hall
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1
Canada