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Caldwell County joins STEAR program to better serve medically complex individuals
11/18/2025

The Caldwell County Office of Emergency Management (CCOEM) is now participating in the Texas Division of Emergency Management's (TDEM) State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) program. 


The free program allows medically complex individuals to provide local emergency management planners and responders with information related to their needs during an emergency.


Who Should Register?

  • People with disabilities
  • People who are medically fragile
  • People with functional needs such as limited mobility, communication barriers
  • People who additional medical assistance during an emergency event
  • People who require personal care assistance
  • People who require transportation assistance


Please note: Registering in STEAR DOES NOT guarantee you will receive a specific service during emergencies.


How to Sign Up

  • Scan the QR code in the attached graphic
  • Register online at stear.texas.gov
  • Call 2-1-1 or use your video phone relay option of choice