SLPD Incorporates Carter Kits

The Saranac Lake Police Department now has Carter Kits sensory bags in each of its patrol vehicles to help provide comfort and a better response to situations involving people on the autism spectrum. Sun Community News reports individuals facing a crisis of any sort can find police, fire or EMS response to be stressful and when involving someone with sensory issues, this problem can be compounded tenfold. The lights, sirens, and stimulation of emergency response can be traumatic for these individuals.