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Carter Kits help first responders take better care of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Rylee Barnsdale

April 04, 2023 |

Flintside |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Frankenmuth, Michigan

Carter Kits are provided to trained first responders, and contain sensory items, like noise-canceling headphones and weighted blankets, that help distract children with Autism Spectrum Disorder from the stress of being involved in an emergency situation. There are currently 6,000 Carter Kits in circulation across 34 states and one Canadian province.

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