Christine Olson on TIFF: Advocating for Families Through Tragedy and Community Support
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Christine Olson on TIFF: Advocating for Families Through Tragedy and Community Support

S1 E51 • Aug 12, 2025 • 53 mins

In this episode, Nicolas Comstock is joined by Christine Olson, who shares her journey to Florida and the inception of To Inform Families First (TIFF). Christine discusses the notification issues that led to the creation of TIFF and its significance for the special needs community. They delve into how TIFF operates and its policy impact, highlighting the role of faith in overcoming tragedy and expanding TIFF's reach to various vulnerable groups. Personal anecdotes underscore the initiative's importance, and they conclude with a call to action and a preview of upcoming episodes.

Key Points

  • Emergency contact information can be quickly registered through the TIFF initiative to ensure families are notified swiftly in case of an emergency.
  • The TIFF initiative, born from a tragic loss, has empowered millions by providing a way for law enforcement to access emergency contacts through state-issued IDs or driver's licenses.
  • This service is crucial for everyone, including individuals with disabilities, seniors with dementia, veterans with PTSD, and nonverbal individuals, ensuring their loved ones can be reached promptly in emergencies.
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