Project Lifesaver
The Huntsville Police Department’s Project Lifesaver Program is a public safety service that helps locate individuals who are at risk of wandering due to cognitive conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, autism or other related disorders.
Participants wear a small radio-frequency tracking device on the wrist or ankle. If a participant goes missing, trained officers use specialized equipment to help locate them quickly and safely. This program is voluntary and is designed to support caregivers by improving response times during emergency situations.
Who the Program Helps?
Project Lifesaver supports individuals with neurological conditions or cognitive impairments, including:
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Dementia
• Autism
• Down syndrome
• Traumatic brain injury
• Other cognitive challenges
The program is intended to assist caregivers and improve safety for individuals who may be at risk of wandering.
There are no fees for participation in the Project Lifesaver Program. The program is funded through private donations, corporate support and grants.
What Happens After Enrollment
After enrollment is approved, participants receive a personalized wrist transmitter assigned to a unique radio frequency.
Program volunteers conduct monthly check-ins to ensure equipment is functioning properly and to provide any needed supplies.
Caregivers also receive guidance and support from trained search-and-rescue teams who are available to respond if a participant goes missing.
How to Enroll
Contact HPD by emailing PoliceChief@huntsvilleal.gov to request enrollment information and confirm program eligibility.
