Beyond 911
We all know the simple three-digits to call if you need police, the fire department, or an ambulance. But there are other important numbers that can get you directly to someone with specialist training. In an emergency, minutes can mean a lot, so don't waste them by looking up these key contacts you need to have at hand.
You may not have all of these types of numbers or needs, but if you do, having their contact information handy can be helpful.
Family Members
- Parent(s): Mobile, Work and Landlines (if applicable)
- Kid(s): Mobile, School/Work
- Grandparents/Close Family: Mobile/Work and Landlines (if applicable)
Health:
- Poison Control National Hotline: 800-222-1222
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
- Family Doctor
- Specialist Doctors (cardiologist, oncologist, optometrist)
- Dentist/Orthodontist
- Local Hospital
- Local Pharmacy
- Insurance:
- Medical Insurance Company (with policy/group numbers)
- Dental Insurance Company (with policy number)
- Vision Insurance Company (with policy number)
Pets
- SPCA Animal Poison Control National Hotline: 888-426-4435
- Local Veterinarian
- Local Animal Control/Shelter/ASPCA
- Dog Sitter/Daycare
- Contacts Authorized for Pet Pickup from Daycare/Vet
Kids
- School(s) Main Number (with teacher names updated as needed)
- Pediatrician
- After-school Activities (businesses or general contacts)
- Clubs/Organizations (scouts, etc.)
- Close Friends/Parents
- Contacts Authorized for School Pick-up
Home/Car
- Homeowners Insurance Contact (and policy number)
- Flood Insurance Contact (and policy number)
- Repair
- Plumber
- Electrician
- General Handyman Services
- HVAC Repair (Furnace, A/C)
- Roofer
- Homeowners' Association
- Car/Vehicle Insurance Contact (and policy number)
- Car/Vehicle Repair Shop/Dealer
- Utilities
- Power Company (and account number)
- Natural Gas/Fuel Company (and account number) Main and Emergency Contact
- Cable/Internet Company (and account number)
- Water Company (and account number) Main and Emergency Contact
Friends/Neighbors
- Nearby Friend/Neighbor (perhaps also with spare key)