In precarious times, it’s always important to have a contingency plan. The Fairfax County Special Needs Registry offers just that, and has been recognized as a “Promising Practice” by the National Association of County and City Health Officials Model Practice Initiative for its comprehensiveness.

The Registry allows residents who have specific medical needs, such as disabilities, or social needs, such as pets or difficulties with English, to notify the county government so that agencies can make special plans with local agencies to serve these residents in the event of an emergency.

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