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April is Autism Awareness month

Special to Lake Okeechobee News
Posted 4/22/26

April is National Autism Awareness Month.

Every marked unit has been updated with the Autism Awareness sticker under the direction of Sheriff Noel E. Stephen. You may …

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April is Autism Awareness month

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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
OKEECHOBEE — April is National Autism Awareness Month.
 
Every marked unit has been updated with the Autism Awareness sticker under the direction of Sheriff Noel E. Stephen. You may also notice that some deputies have changed the placard on their vests in support of Autism Awareness.
 
As a reminder, we also have our SAFE Program in place to help identify and respond to special situations within our community.
 
This program allows families to voluntarily provide important information about a loved one, such as communication preferences, behavioral considerations, and other critical details.
 
That information is securely entered into our system so that when deputies respond to a call, they are alerted ahead of time and can adjust their approach to better serve the individual and ensure a safer, more informed interaction for everyone involved.
 
If you have questions about the SAFE Program, please contact Sgt. Jack Nash at 863-763-3117 ext. 5018.
 
Together, we can move beyond awareness and take meaningful steps toward safety and understanding for everyone in our community.
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