Project Lifesaver Saves Lives | Columbia News

A heartbreaking missing child case has spotlighted Project Lifesaver, a lifesaving tech that helps police track vulnerable individuals—like kids with autism or seniors with dementia—using radio-frequency bracelets. Unlike GPS, it doesn’t show live locations, but deputies can zero in on the signal quickly if the device’s battery holds. It’s not a replacement for constant care, but a vital backup: caregivers must ensure the bracelet is worn daily and alerts are sent fast if someone wanders. Families traveling with participants should notify local sheriffs to coordinate across jurisdictions. Though rare, activations matter—Richland County saw just a few in six years, Kershaw County twice, including a runaway child. Free to families, funded by sheriff’s foundations, this program offers a crucial safety net when all else fails. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ac576268a72edc31