ASA's Safe and Sound Campaign

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Dear Friend of ASO:

Information on safety products (decals, personal information record, etc.) available from the ASA. FYI - please share.

Sincerely,

Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org---------------------------

"In Case of Emergency" Decal, Personal Information Record in High DemandFamilies, Schools, Adult Facilities Keep Those with Autism "Safe & Sound"As part of the launch of ASA's newly-created "Safe & Sound"campaign, ASA introduced last month its "In Case of Emergency"decal and accompanying Personal Information Record, for familiesaffected by autism. All ASA donors and members received thesematerials. Within the last few weeks, not only are parents orderingadditional materials, but the items are being sought after by diverseautism-related organizations as well, with calls coming in from countyboards of developmental disabilities, schools, and adult homes topurchase multiple copies.As those who care for a person with autism will agree, a major area ofconcern is safety for these individuals. The "In Case ofEmergency" decal and accompanying information are very important toolsfor notifying fireman, police, or paramedics that someone in yourhome, automobile, or facility has autism."In Case of Emergency" decals can be placed on the frontdoor of homes, on automobiles, classroom doors, etc. so it is clear tofirst responders that an individual in the home, car, or classroom hasautism and to act accordingly. The "Personal Information Records" canbe kept on your refrigerator or in your glove box. Also, be sure toregister the child with 911 by calling your local non-emergency numberand stating you would like to identify the child as an individual withautism, in case of emergency.In collaboration with Dennis Debbaudt, leading expert in autism andrisk management, ASA will be expanding the reach of "Safe & Sound"over the coming months, including a massive awareness campaign withfirst responders to introduce them to this critical product.Decals may be purchased on the ASA Web site, www.autism-society.org/store, for $2.50; Personal Information Records are $2. For more information, contact Gill, 301-657-0881 x124.