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The City of Flint has launched an Autism Awareness initiative to better serve the community. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) includes challenges with speech, communication, social skills, and repetitive behaviors, but presents differently in each individual. The Flint Police Department aims to educate officers on responding effectively to calls involving individuals with Autism, who may have difficulty communicating and be misunderstood as aggressive. Free Flint Police Autism stickers, featuring colorful puzzle pieces symbolizing autism awareness, can be obtained at the police station. Placing these stickers on vehicles or homes helps officers recognize and adapt communication with ASD individuals, leading to more positive outcomes. Flint Police Officers have been trained on the significance of the stickers and alternative approaches to handling such calls. The program is voluntary, and families affected by Autism are encouraged to get the stickers.

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Source Location: Flint

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