Access and Functional Needs

The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is currently updating its Access and Functional Needs (AFN) Database. This database helps first responders and emergency management officials identify residents who may require additional assistance before, during, or after a disaster.
Providing this information does not guarantee immediate services, but it ensures that responders are aware of any special needs in our community — helping them plan more effectively and respond with the right resources when emergencies occur.

Who Should Register
Residents of Will County who may need extra help during an emergency, including individuals who:

• Have mobility limitations
• Require medical equipment powered by electricity
• Are blind, deaf, or hard of hearing
• Have developmental or cognitive disabilities
• Rely on life-sustaining medications or treatments
• May otherwise require special assistance during disasters

If someone in your household is already listed, or if you would like to be added to the database, please complete the updated form using the link below:

👉 Access and Functional Needs Registration Form

If more than one person in your household requires assistance, please complete a separate form for each individual.

Need Help Completing the Form? If you need assistance filling out the form, please contact:

• Will County Center for Community Concerns – 815-722-0722 ext. 2240 or https://wcccc.net/contact/
• Disability Resource Center – 815-729-0162 or https://drcjoliet.org

If you wish to be removed from the database, you can indicate that directly on the form. Working Together for a Safer Community The Manhattan Fire Protection District proudly supports this countywide effort to help ensure that all residents — especially those with special needs — are included in emergency planning and response efforts.