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#37 - Emergency Responder Preparation for Individuals with Special Needs

#37 - Emergency Responder Preparation for Individuals with Special Needs

FromLOMAH Disability Podcast


#37 - Emergency Responder Preparation for Individuals with Special Needs

FromLOMAH Disability Podcast

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Length:
32 minutes
Released:
May 22, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When 911 is called and an individual with special needs is on the scene, it can be at best confusing and at worse fatal.  It is important for caregivers and providers to prepare in advance. Dennis Debbbaudt has spent over 25 years providing training for first responders who may come into contact with individuals who have autism and disabilities. He has since produced over 40 related books, reports and training videos. He has and is creating a training curriculum for departments around the US and globally. On today's show, Dennis shares with us what we can be doing as parents and/or care providers to prepare for an emergency and the potential interaction of our loved one with special needs and the first responders.  Click here for links to information mentioned in this episode.
Released:
May 22, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The LOMAH Podcast is an award winning show that runs topical series deep diving into an issue for 10-12 episodes with interviews from expert guests, including self advocates. Your host, Kim, has a teenage daughter with level 3 non speaking autism who will require 24/7 support the rest of her life. Like many parents, Kim has a lot of important questions. She does not claim to know the answers for her child nor yours but does promise to search for them and share what she is discovering along the way. You will notice a striking difference in the earlier shows compared to the most recent as she has grown and evolved as a result of listening to expert guests and self advocates.