My Autistic daughter kept trying to get away about 2 years ago. It seemed no matter what we did, she would find a way out. One day it took over 50 searching and 2 hours and we found her in a nearby creek chest high in water. Drowning is the leading cause of death in autistic children. They are drawn to water. We bought her the wrist radio kit that tracks called Ionkids. It would set off an alarm if she went out of range. I wish we had project lifesaver . She eventually outgrew this behavior.
As a parent of an autistic child, Project Lifesaver gave us peace of mind as our child has wandered off several times but fortunately was returned to us safely. The program in our county is provided free of charge to qualifying families by the Sheriff's Department, and also through the generosity of members of our community. I hope that eventually, Project Lifesave is made available free to all qualifying families throughout all 50 states, and beyond. Spread the word & contact your dept.!!
This would be good for my little brother I have talked some about him on another one of your video's. He has downs and mom is so scared to take him to some place's because she can't enjoy her self and because he will disapear with in Seconds if we are not watching him he is like a bolt of Lightning.
contact your local sheriff's dpt, they may have the program in your county. If not, maybe you can convince them to incorporate the program for your brother, aqnd others with non-verbal disabilities.
I did call them today and was shocked that he had not heard of this. He will be making phone calls tomorrow then I will call him and see if he found out anything else. Although in your video it says none verble. My brother can talk some this will still be helpful to him.
I want this service for my autistic nephew and I want it now! He breaks windows, locks, and doorknob guards to slip away and go wandering... sometimes half dressed and without shoes... across city streets, into traffic, into vacant lots, even into stranger's homes if he sees an opening. We run like mad to find him, and of course he won't come when called. I can't believe he hasn't been hurt yet.
That's an awesome idea. Is it only attached with velcro? Is she able to remove it?
I understand the 'safety' issue, I just got my son's medic alert bracelet and it makes me feel just a bit better about sending him out with people. At least the paramedics will know what's wrong if he has a reaction and can't talk.
It is a nylon strap that cannot come off. Once a month a member of our Sheriff's department comes to change the battery and replace the strap. Jade also has a medic alert bracelet!
I have taken my son to swimming classes. He's non-verbal, so it's hard to say what he really knows, and what he doesn't. He's a great kid, but him and water/fire is not a safe combination.
Well, for someone like me, when I KNOW my child is known to wander, this could be a really beneficial thing, aspie. I share your views many times, but this is something worth considering if it could possibly save a life. I have a creek close to my house, and I just know my son would be drawn to it if he were to escape. I keep the place locked up pretty tight, but my kiddo is very, very smart -- too smart, sometimes!
My little one has been known to be an escape artist, he scares me to death! I wish the device was much smaller, but it's something worth looking into.
considering that we live in Florida, are surrounded by water, and 3 autistic children have wandered away and drowned in Florida within the past 10 months...
I would say this is in no means overprotection, merely safety.
That seems overly protective but okay, seeing as you don't your child to wander away.Don't take this the wrong way or anything, but just becareful you don't become too protective incase your child is way too dependant on you even if she is capable of doing things herself.
Kurai, when our youngest was that age, I would have paid $1000 for what she has. He did not speak, at all and he had a bad habit of disappearing on us; once for 15 minutes.
My Autistic daughter kept trying to get away about 2 years ago. It seemed no matter what we did, she would find a way out. One day it took over 50 searching and 2 hours and we found her in a nearby creek chest high in water. Drowning is the leading cause of death in autistic children. They are drawn to water. We bought her the wrist radio kit that tracks called Ionkids. It would set off an alarm if she went out of range. I wish we had project lifesaver . She eventually outgrew this behavior.
hidngplace 2 years ago
I wish we had something like that here. My almost 4 year old is moderate/severe autistic and will wander off any chance he gets. It terrifies me.
Gl4d2B 3 years ago
This is awesome! Thanks for helping others with your videos. I remember watching the block video back when my dd got her first dx in 2007!
Good job!
AutiArt 3 years ago
My mother teaches Special Ed/life class and has a few kids that they worry about. This would help the school and there family a lot.
UhHu130ANTM 4 years ago
As a parent of an autistic child, Project Lifesaver gave us peace of mind as our child has wandered off several times but fortunately was returned to us safely. The program in our county is provided free of charge to qualifying families by the Sheriff's Department, and also through the generosity of members of our community. I hope that eventually, Project Lifesave is made available free to all qualifying families throughout all 50 states, and beyond. Spread the word & contact your dept.!!
mintchocochipic 4 years ago
This would be good for my little brother I have talked some about him on another one of your video's. He has downs and mom is so scared to take him to some place's because she can't enjoy her self and because he will disapear with in Seconds if we are not watching him he is like a bolt of Lightning.
IluvAandN 4 years ago
contact your local sheriff's dpt, they may have the program in your county. If not, maybe you can convince them to incorporate the program for your brother, aqnd others with non-verbal disabilities.
aware4autism 4 years ago
I did call them today and was shocked that he had not heard of this. He will be making phone calls tomorrow then I will call him and see if he found out anything else. Although in your video it says none verble. My brother can talk some this will still be helpful to him.
IluvAandN 4 years ago
I want this service for my autistic nephew and I want it now! He breaks windows, locks, and doorknob guards to slip away and go wandering... sometimes half dressed and without shoes... across city streets, into traffic, into vacant lots, even into stranger's homes if he sees an opening. We run like mad to find him, and of course he won't come when called. I can't believe he hasn't been hurt yet.
redxross 4 years ago
That's an awesome idea. Is it only attached with velcro? Is she able to remove it?
I understand the 'safety' issue, I just got my son's medic alert bracelet and it makes me feel just a bit better about sending him out with people. At least the paramedics will know what's wrong if he has a reaction and can't talk.
LucyShy 4 years ago
It is a nylon strap that cannot come off. Once a month a member of our Sheriff's department comes to change the battery and replace the strap. Jade also has a medic alert bracelet!
aware4autism 4 years ago
I have taken my son to swimming classes. He's non-verbal, so it's hard to say what he really knows, and what he doesn't. He's a great kid, but him and water/fire is not a safe combination.
drmaier 4 years ago
Well, for someone like me, when I KNOW my child is known to wander, this could be a really beneficial thing, aspie. I share your views many times, but this is something worth considering if it could possibly save a life. I have a creek close to my house, and I just know my son would be drawn to it if he were to escape. I keep the place locked up pretty tight, but my kiddo is very, very smart -- too smart, sometimes!
drmaier 4 years ago
My little one has been known to be an escape artist, he scares me to death! I wish the device was much smaller, but it's something worth looking into.
drmaier 4 years ago
considering that we live in Florida, are surrounded by water, and 3 autistic children have wandered away and drowned in Florida within the past 10 months...
I would say this is in no means overprotection, merely safety.
aware4autism 5 years ago
Well, I guess so. I would probably feel uncomfortable wearing something like that but if you and your kids are okay about that, then fine :)
KuraiGaka 5 years ago
That seems overly protective but okay, seeing as you don't your child to wander away.Don't take this the wrong way or anything, but just becareful you don't become too protective incase your child is way too dependant on you even if she is capable of doing things herself.
KuraiGaka 5 years ago
Kurai, when our youngest was that age, I would have paid $1000 for what she has. He did not speak, at all and he had a bad habit of disappearing on us; once for 15 minutes.
pinkstocking 4 years ago
Well, I do now understand that (6 months ago).
KuraiGaka 4 years ago