Thank you for attending today’s session. We walked through important iPhone safety features that can help first responders, loved ones, and emergency services assist you more quickly when it matters most.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Set Up Your Medical ID

Your Medical ID lives in the Health app and can store critical information such as medical conditions, medications, allergies, and emergency contacts. Take time to fill this out carefully so first responders can access accurate details if you are unable to speak for yourself.

Decide What to Share When Your Phone Is Locked

You can choose whether your Medical ID is visible when your phone is locked. Allowing access can be lifesaving in an emergency, but it also means anyone holding your phone could see that information. Review this setting and choose what feels right for your privacy and safety.

Understand Emergency SOS

Emergency SOS lets your iPhone call 911, share your location, and notify your emergency contacts. If you ever trigger it by accident, stay on the line and tell the responder it was a mistake—do not hang up.

Turn On Crash Detection (Optional)

In the Emergency SOS settings, you can enable automatic calling if your iPhone detects a severe car crash. This feature can contact emergency services even if you cannot.

Share Your Location with Trusted People

Using the Find My app, you can share your location with trusted friends or family members for a set time or until you turn it off. Remember, this works only between iPhones, and location sharing stays on until you stop it.

These features are meant to support your safety and peace of mind. Review them periodically to be sure they still match your needs and comfort level.

For more information about your Medical ID: