Vial of Life Program
After more than 25 years of service, this program is winding down. Due to technological progress there is less need for this service. First responders can now be in posession of medical information as they arrive on scene... if you have a medical history within the Guelph community! If you are new to the area, do not have a family doctor and have not used the Guelph Hospital system, a Vial of Life can be useful. Supplies are still available.
Seniors living independently are encouraged to have a "Vial of Life" in their home. A short medical history can be written out and placed in a specially-marked pill bottle, which is stored in your refrigerator. A Vial of Life logo is then attached to the outside of your fridge, which tells Kiwanis-trained first-responders to retrieve this information, in case you need medical support and are not able to speak.
You can find a Vial of Life in some offices, churches and other public places. If your organization would like to keep a small supply of these free vials on hand, contact us and we'll make the arrangements. For more information on the program or to arrange for a Vial of Life for yourself or someone you care about, contact Kiwanis.
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