photo from the Ridgewood PD
Bergen County Sheriiff’s Gold Star Program held in Ridgewood
Ridgewood NJ, Over 80 Seniors and special needs children participated in this cooperative program between the County Sheriff’s Department and Ridgewood
The Gold Star Program is a lifesaving initiative for seniors over the age of 65 and individuals with special needs regardless of their age. The Gold Star Program provides first responders with vital medical information in the event of an emergency or when an individual is not able to communicate due to various disabilities.
The participating individuals are issued a photo identification card that corresponds to a personal file maintained by Bergen County Sheriff’s Office 24-Hour Operations Unit. This file includes family and emergency contacts, current and prior medical conditions, and physician’s contact information. If the cardholder ever becomes incapacitated during an emergency, the BCSO’s Operations Unit can provide emergency contact information to first responders. The Gold Star Identification Card can also be used as an additional official means of picture identification.
