How K9 Units are Helping to Keep Non-verbal children safe

The safety of children is a top priority for parents and caregivers everywhere. Unfortunately, children with communication challenges, such as those with non-verbal autism, may face increased safety risks if they become lost or wander away from caregivers. That’s why we at www.givekidsavoice.org are dedicated to empowering non-verbal children and their families by providing them with a voice through assistive communication technologies. Recently, we were inspired by the story of a Florida K9 who helped find a missing non-verbal child and we wanted to share it with our community.

In a heartwarming story that made headlines across the country, a K9 named “Koda” helped find a missing non-verbal child in Florida. The child had wandered away from home and was found in a wooded area by Koda and his handler, Deputy Ron Belmont. Koda was able to locate the child using his tracking skills and by following the child’s scent.

While this story has a happy ending, it highlights the potential risks faced by non-verbal children who may have difficulty communicating their needs and whereabouts. That’s where assistive communication technologies, like those offered by www.givekidsavoice.org, can play a crucial role in keeping non-verbal children safe.

At www.givekidsavoice.org, we believe that every child deserves a voice, regardless of their communication abilities. Our mission is to provide non-verbal children and their families with the tools and resources they need to communicate effectively and navigate the world around them. By using technology, such as picture exchange communication systems (PECS) and text-to-speech apps, non-verbal children can express their thoughts, needs, and emotions to those around them.

We are inspired by the work of Koda and his handler, as well as the many other K9 units across the country who work to keep children safe. At www.givekidsavoice.org, we are committed to empowering non-verbal children and their families by providing them with the communication tools they need to stay safe and thrive. If you or someone you know is looking for assistive communication technologies for a non-verbal child, please visit our website to learn more about our services and resources. Together, we can help give every child a voice.

https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/watch-florida-k9-helps-find-missing-non-verbal-child/