In an effort to increase public safety for the city's most vulnerable residents, the North Miami Police Department, in partnership with AngelSense, has launched the Guardian Program, an initiative designed to provide GPS tracking devices for individuals with cognitive disabilities such as autism, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia. According to the city's announcement, the program began yesterday, offering real-time location tracking to quickly reunite caregivers with their missing loved ones.
The advanced tracking technology provided by AngelSense allows for not only up-to-the-minute location updates, but also for setting up alerts if the device wearer wanders outside of predefined safe zones, wearing these devices can help mitigate the risks faced by individuals when they become missing and could be in danger, the North Miami Police Department will also have direct access to the tracking data, streamlining the search and rescue process. Chief Cherise G. Gause of the NMPD told the public, "By joining the Guardian Program, we unite with families in a shared mission to protect and care for our most vulnerable community members."
The Guardian Program is offered free of charge to any North Miami resident with a family member diagnosed with cognitive disabilities. As reported by the NMPD, the initiative is a compassionate step toward a more inclusive and secure community. "We believe that through innovative partnerships like this, we can create a safer, more inclusive community for everyone,” said Ella Moore, Guardian Program Administrator, outlining the program's mission to improve public safety through collaboration between law enforcement and the community.
Families and caregivers interested in the Guardian Program can enroll their loved ones by contacting the North Miami Police Department at (305) 891-0294 ext. 23019 or obtain more information by visiting their website. This initiative underscores the North Miami community's commitment to safeguarding those challenged by cognitive impairments, providing a sense of security and peace of mind to families, carers and the wider society alike, a celebration of love and safety every reunion is stated by Chief Gause.
