In this episode, I’m interviewing Dr. Torica Exuma and Dennis Debbaudt about their project with the FDDC, developing training on autism and other developmental disabilities for first responders. They share valuable tips and resources for promoting safety at home and in the community, and explain why training for first responders is so important for our community.

They also offer guidance for law enforcement on how to interact with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Plus, we provide many resources to help you ensure safety in your home and community, along with tips for interacting with law enforcement.

Water Safety

Water Safety Book: https://www.flipsnack.com/faucard/autism-water-safety/full-view.html

Water Safety Info Flyer (PDF): https://www.fau.edu/education/centersandprograms/card/documents/drowningbrochuredraft.pdf

Interacting with Law Enforcement

Interacting with Law Enforcement Book: https://www.flipsnack.com/faucard/interacting-with-law-enforcement.html

Persons with Disability Registry: https://snr.flhealthresponse.com/

Autism Risk and Safety Management Website: https://autismriskmanagement.com/

Suggested Apps

Red Panic Button: https://www.redpanicbutton.com/

Emergency Chat (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/emergency-chat/id1024194363

ICE4Autism: https://www.ice4autism.com/

Learn More at www.fddc.org/our-work-matters