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Montgomery - Providing Outreach, Wellness, Empowerment & Resilience for At-Risk Populations (M-POWER)

The M-POWER Program is intended to ai at-risk residents and their families, and is designed to allow residents who may be at a greater risk of becoming confused, lost, disoriented, or missing to be registered with the Montgomery Police Department prior to an emergency. 

It is a voluntary, hands-on, assistant program which is intended to help police reunite at-risk residents with their families and provide necessary medical assistance.

There is no charge for this program. It is open to Montgomery residents as well as those that regularly visit Montgomery due to employment, education, daycare, etc. The information provided remains valid for a period of one year. To register yourself or a loved one, or for more information about the program, please contact Police Social Worker, Erica Lopez at 331-212-9009 or elopez@ci.montgomery.il.us. 

Additional Information
The M-POWER Program Safety Registration Program allows parents, adult children of senior parents, or seniors of sound mind to voluntarily register with the Montgomery Police Department. This confidential record helps first responders quickly access vital information in the event that a registered individual becomes lost, disoriented, or missing, especially if there is an increased risk due to:

• Cognitive impairments (e.g., dementia, autism)
• Physical disabilities
• Mental health conditions
• Age-related vulnerabilities

By creating a profile, families and caregivers can ensure that police officers and first responders have the tools they need to respond swiftly and compassionately, helping reunite loved ones with their families and reducing the risk of harm or exploitation. It's a proactive step toward peace of mind and community care.

Next Steps
After the application is received, the police social worker will make contact with the person/family that is responsible for the submitted application to schedule a meeting and the following steps will be taken:

1. The application will be reviewed with the person/family and additional information will be added after speaking with the family if needed. Forms will need to be signed.
2. A yearly check-in with the responsible party will be completed to ensure the information contained in the M-POWER files are accurate and up-to-date and a yearly, up-to-date picture will be requested.