Autism
Developmental
Disabilities
Cognitive
Impairments
Developmental
Disabilities
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Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas.
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These conditions begin during the child's developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person's lifetime.
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Most developmental disabilities begin before a baby is born, but some can happen after birth because of injury, infection, or other factors.
Autism
Down Syndrome
ADHD
Fragile X
Syndrome
Cerebral
Palsy
Hearing
Loss
SAFETY
Risks such as water-related dangers, drowning, wandering or elopement, and interactions with strangers can present serious challenges for families and caregivers. Education and proactive safety planning can help reduce these risks by increasing awareness, establishing clear safety strategies, and providing practical tools to support supervision and communication.
Contact Your Local Departments
Reach out to your local agency and ask for a positive encounter with law enforcement for your loved one with autism. It is best to promote a positive interaction so your loved one knows they are safe and how to encounters can go first responders are ever required.