
Johnson City Police Distributing Free Autism Awareness Stickers
According to Autism Speaks, 1 in 36 children in the United States have autism. For adults, it's 1 in 45. Approximately 4 out of 100 boys and 1 out of 100 girls have autism in the U.S.
Boys are close to 4 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls. To learn more about Autism, visit the Autism Speaks website.
The Johnson City Police Association along with Alive with Autism, a local non-profit organization have teamed up with the goal of enhancing community understanding and support for individuals with autism.
The Johnson City Police Association and Alive with Autism have available, complimentary awareness stickers available for distribution to individuals with family members with autism.
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The JCPA notes that people with autism may have challenges with communication and social interaction accompanied by sensory issues, and these stickers convey the following messages:
- I may not follow verbal directives
- I may wander
- I may resist help
These stickers are designed to be placed on homes, vehicles, and other visible locations. They help alert first responders and other community members about the presence of a person with autism to help guide their interactions appropriately.
The stickers are free and can be picked up at the Johnson City Police Department's front desk at 31 Avenue C in Johnson City. For more information, contact the Johnson City Police Department at 607-607-729-9322.
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