🛡️ Safe Return Program
For Vulnerable Adults and Children
What is Safe Return?
The Safe Return Program is a free, voluntary registry that helps first responders assist individuals who may have trouble communicating during emergencies. This program is designed for:
- People with Autism, Down Syndrome, or developmental delays
- Individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia
- Adults and children with cognitive disabilities or sensory processing challenges
Our goal is to ensure a safe and swift reunion with loved ones if someone wanders, gets lost, or becomes disoriented.
Could Your Loved One Benefit?
Consider enrolling if your loved one:
✅ Has a history of wandering
✅ Avoids eye contact or struggles socially
✅ Is non-verbal or has limited communication
✅ Reacts with fight-or-flight behavior
✅ Doesn’t respond to commands like “Stop”
✅ Is afraid of people in uniform
✅ Lives with a medical or developmental condition
Even one of these indicators may be enough to qualify.
How It Works
- Register your loved one with the Federal Way Police Department.
- Information is stored securely in our police database.
- If the individual is found and cannot self-identify, officers can access:
- A recent photo
- Physical description and identifiers
- Emergency contact and caregiver details
- Behavioral notes, medical info, and communication tips
This helps officers respond safely and appropriately in a crisis.
What You'll Need to Provide
- Full Name & Date of Birth
- Recent Photo
- Medical Conditions or Behavioral Info
- Physical Description
- Emergency Contact(s)
- Known Triggers or Calming Techniques
- Communication Preferences
How to Register
📍 Visit us:
Federal Way Police Department
33325 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
📞 Call: 253-835-6707
📧 Email: Tiffany.Clemmings@FederalWayWA.gov
We’ll walk you through the simple process!
Together, We Can Keep Our Community Safe
Let’s support the vulnerable members of Federal Way by preparing for the unexpected. A little planning today can make all the difference in a critical moment.