Lawrence police create registry for special needs children
Lawrence police create registry for special needs children
Aiming to help police officers and special needs children in an emergency, the Lawrence Township Police Department has launched Lville S.A.F.E.: Secure Awareness for First Encounters.
Parents and guardians whose child is autistic or who has a communications issue may register the child on the free Lville S.A.F.E. registry, said Police Chief Brian Caloiaro.
The goal is to help police and the children in an emergency.
“Police officers in Lawrence Township have been trained in dealing with disabilities. This program will just add to that training to ensure the safety and well-being of both the affected persons and the police officers,” Caloiaro said.
Hopewell police encourage S.A.F.E. interactions with those with autism
The Hopewell Township Police Department has created a registry for community members who are autistic or have another communication disability in efforts to give police quick access to critical information about a person who is registered in an emergency situation, according to information provided by the police department.
This registry will provide officers with emergency contact information, detailed physical descriptions including a photo, medical concerns, best way to communicate and known stressors/stress reducers.
All questions should filled out completely and a current photograph should be provided; or police, can take a photograph.