Leland Police Launch Free Seatbelt Covers for Residents With Autism
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Leland Police Department in North Carolina announced a new initiative offering free, hook-and-loop seatbelt covers to residents diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. The covers alert emergency personnel to possible need for communication accommodations and include an interior compartment for medical notes and emergency contacts. Officers undergo specialized training in Crisis Intervention and Helping Enhance Autism Response.
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