Management Information Sheet

Autism Alert Card

MI Sheet TypeInformation
MI Number:208/08
Publication Date:03/01/2009
LA Contact:Michelle Smith (01603 222994)
Audience:All Headteachers and SENCO's
Links:http://www.autism-anglia.org.uk/downloads/alert_card_leaflet.pdf

Autism Alert Card

Autism Alert Card

Autism Anglia has recently re-launched the 'Anglia Autism Alert Card' which now encompasses the county of Norfolk. The card is available free of charge to anyone with Autism Spectrum Condition. The cards should be carried at all times and can be displayed if the individual finds themselves in a situation where they cannot easily explain their behaviour. This will also assist the emergency services to identify that they are dealing with someone with autism. The cards have been produced by Anglia Autism, in conjunction with Essex Police and Suffolk and Norfolk Constabularies.

Fred Corbett recently attended the launch at the Assembly House in Norwich, along with local MP's, senior Police Officers and the media to help get the scheme off the ground. This was the first time that the scheme has officially been opened to residents of Norfolk and Fred fully supports this venture.

For more information on the Alert Card, please contact Helen Leckie, Family Support Administrator on 01206 577678 or visit Autism Anglia website.