Which statement most accurately describes Silver Alert eligibility?

• A. 60 years or older with irreversible deterioration
• B. 18-59 years old under extraordinary circumstances
• C. Both 60+ with irreversible deterioration and 18-59 under extraordinary circumstances apply
• D. Neither age qualifies

Answer: (C)

Silver Alert eligibility covers two pathways: adults 60 and older who have irreversible deterioration of their mental condition, and adults aged 18 to 59 who are missing under extraordinary circumstances and have similar risk factors. Because both age groups can qualify under these two scenarios, the statement that both apply is the best description. The other options miss one of the paths or claim none qualify, which isn’t accurate since the program is designed to activate for either older adults with cognitive decline or younger adults under extraordinary circumstances.