Florida Special Needs Registry available to assist the vulnerable

Jason Futch  reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Department of Health is urging residents to sign up for the Florida Special Needs Registry, especially individuals who may be vulnerable, as hurricane season threatens to impact the area. The Florida Department of Health, in coordination with its county health departments and each local emergency management agency in the state, has developed a registry for persons with special needs to receive assistance during a disaster. The statewide registry provides first responders with valuable information to prepare for disasters or other emergencies. Some of the updates provided in the registry include staying connected with loc