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Resources and
Related Information
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Pick an activity and take pictures of the different choices available to create a choice board that you can use during the activity. Click here to view the app.
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Create a visual schedule with visual and auditory steps provided for each activity, with the ability to set reminders and complete each activity on time. Click here to view the app.
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This app provides Memory games, practices, challenges, and a stimulator to help your child learn their home phone number, others’ phone numbers, and safety protocols (dialing 911, speaking to strangers, etc). Click here to view the app.
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Create your own social stories through pictures, words, and recordings. Click here to view the app.
Apps
Safety Products
Below is a list providing examples of the most common types of safety products. Tapping the product name will direct you to the product’s page. Identification products such as wristbands, personalized tags, and ID cards are a quick and efficient way to reach an emergency contact, and these products may even be worn or attached to an item of clothing your child wears daily.
Note: This is not a complete list and the items listed should not be seen as our recommendations. Parents may use this guide as a starting point in determining products that suit their needs.
Safety devices should not be seen as providing 100% security or as a replacement for adult supervision.
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WRISTBANDS
Removable bracelets/bands worn by a child can be word daily, when traveling, or during outings. Some are designed to be removed by an adult, intending that the child can’t remove it themselves. Some are single-use, and others are reusable.
SHOE TAGS
These tags can be secured to your child’s laces for daily wear.
TATTOOS/ADHESIVE ID
Adhesive identification products can be applied to your child’s skin. Although temporary, it can last up to weeks. Some products are waterproof and smudge proof.
ID CARDS
Printable photo identification. Can be placed in a lunch box, backpack, or pant pocket.
QR code CLOTHING PATCHES
Patches can be put on your child’s clothing. When scanned by any mobile device, information is provided of the child’s emergency contact.
Locks
These devices are intended to prevent your child from exiting your home or entering a room with danger. It can even be used at hotels. Consult with your local fire department regarding the safety of any lock system you are considering. Seat belt locks provide an extra level of safety when driving with your child. Prior to installation, consult with your local responders to learn if using such a lock is advised.
DOORS AND WINDOWS
These devices prevent doors from opening which can be a hazard to your child.
SEAT BELTS
Alarms
There are examples of devices that can provide an alert of your child’s location.
Locators
The Project Lifesaver smartwatch can be linked to a smart phone application on the parent’s phone. This smartwatch provides accurate GPS tracking alerts in case your child wanders off.
Amber Alert GPS
This device is a pager GPS that can be put in a holder for wrist, belt, or lanyard use. Alerts are sent if the child leaves a safety zone. Alerts are also sent on sex offenders and speed zones. GPS Location updates every 5 minutes.
CHILD “LOCATOR” (VIDEO & WEBSITE)
These options do not produce alarms but do provide GPS location capabilities for locating a wandering child.
Transportation Safety
LOCKS, HARNESSES
SAFETY CAR DECALS & SIGNS