Big Red Safety Box

The National Autism Association is committed to those with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who may be prone to wandering off or eloping from a safe environment; and may be unable to recognize danger and/or stay safe. Wandering; elopement; “running” or fleeing behaviors among those within our community not only present unique safety risks; but also create extraordinary worry and stress among caregivers. Drowning fatalities following wandering incidents remain a leading cause of death among those with ASD. As such; the National Autism Association provides direct assistance to law enforcement agencies and caregivers. FOUND supplies funding to search-and-rescue agencies in need of tracking technology and training; and the Big Red Safety Box is a free-of-charge toolkit given to autism families in need as a means to educate; raise awareness and share simple tools that may assist them in preventing; and responding to; wandering-related emergencies.