Autism and Safety

Safety is a priority for our community. Stay informed and use our resources to develop a multifaceted safety plan that is right for you.

Safety Strategies for All Areas of Life

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Safety in the Community

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Safety in the Home

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Wandering Prevention Resources

Visit the full Autism Safety Project

Safety Tools You Can Use

Safety & Wandering Prevention Checklist

Family Wandering Emergency Plan

Autism Elopement Alert Form

Neighbor Alert Letter

Safety School Alert/IEP Letter

Safety Log

First Responder Resources

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Wandering Tips for First Responders

Wandering Tips for First Responders
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Spotlight on Autism Training for First Responders

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Information for Law Enforcement

Visit our full Information for First Responders page

Safety is a critical issue for people with autism

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Wandering from safety is a major concern
Nearly 50% of children with autism have wandered or eloped from safety.
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Communication challenges increase safety concerns
1/3 of people with autism may not be able to say their name, share their phone number, or ask for help when in danger.
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Water safety is critical for people with autism
90% of wandering deaths are caused by accidental drowning.
Learn How to Create Safety Plans for People with Autism

Need personalized support?

Our Autism Response Team (ART) is specially trained to connect people with autism, their families, and caretakers to information, tools, and resources.

Contact ART