Partnering with more than 30 agencies, the initiative included carrying calming bags in patrol cars and better training for police officers about autism.The registry is developed with the intent to serve all members (adult or juvenile) living in Clinton Township who have a “special need” and volunteer to register with the Clinton Township Police Department. Michigan State Police, for example, launched an initiative, Action for Autism, in 2021 to improve how officers interact with those on the autism spectrum or other developmental disabilities. "The information is confidential and will only be accessed and shared with first responders during an emergency or when we have a reason to do so," Caringi said.Ĭlinton Township's registry comes as many police departments are stepping up their efforts to improve interactions with those special needs. Once submitted, the information is forwarded to Macomb County’s emergency communications and technology center.
The system requires registrants provide their names, addresses, dates of birth, physical descriptions, nature of disability, and a current photo.
"The registry enhances our ability to assist with vital knowledge regarding a registrant’s disability." "We best respond to emergency situations with as much information as we can possibly have," Clinton Township Police Chief Dina Caringi said in a statement Thursday.
Under the new registry, founded on the township's website, families and residents can fill out and submit a form online with information about themselves or a household member who may require special assistance when interacting with police officers. Clinton Township Police have launched a registry for families and residents with special needs to improve interactions with law enforcement.
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