A simple guide to help you understand your emergency contacts, routines, and what to do in an emergency. This is a simplified version created just for you.
This Mini Binder helps you and everyone who cares for you understand what you need. Fill in each section with information that's true for you.
📞 Emergency Contacts
The people to call first in an emergency. Include their name and phone number. Example: "Mom - (555) 123-4567"
ℹ️ Important Information
Doctor / Healthcare: Your doctor's name, clinic phone, and any important health info. Example: "Dr. Sarah Chen at City Clinic, (555) 987-6543, has seizures (takes medication)"
School / Program: Where you spend your days. Example: "Lincoln High School, Room 205, Special Education Coordinator: Mr. Rodriguez"
Medications: What you take and when. Example: "Keppra 500mg twice daily (morning & evening), Vitamins once daily"
Other: Anything else important, like insurance, allergies, or special needs. Example: "Peanut allergy (EpiPen in backpack), Medicaid #12345"
📅 My Daily Routines
What you typically do throughout the day. This helps people know what to expect and what makes you comfortable. Example: "Morning: I wake up at 7am, eat breakfast, shower, watch YouTube for 30 minutes" or "I like routine - same time for meals and bed every day"
❤️ Things I Like & Things I Don't
What brings you joy and what bothers you. This helps everyone know how to support you best. Examples: "I Like: music, playing with my dog, pizza, being outside" or "I Don't Like: loud noises, sudden changes to my schedule, bright lights"
Your caregiver keeps this information up to date in the full Emergency Binder.
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