Swansea Police Officers to Wear Special Patch to Help Raise Awareness of Autism

SWANSEA — Chief Mark Foley is pleased to announce that the Swansea Police Department will wear a commemorative patch throughout April to show support for those living on the autism spectrum.
The Swansea Police Department is participating in the Police Patch Fundraising Initiative for Autism Acceptance in partnership with the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.
The patch, which will be worn by Swansea officers, will also be available to community members who donate at least $10 to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.
Patches can be purchased through Swansea Police’s Autism Police Patch Initiative website.
All proceeds raised will be reinvested in the Flutie Foundation’s safety programs, which focus on keeping people and families affected by autism safe in their communities.
The Swansea Police Department is committed to full inclusion for all of the Town’s residents, including those affected by autism. The Police Patch Initiative strives to bring acceptance and awareness for all families within the community, and to be a source of support by funding, mentoring, educating, and collaborating with individuals, first responders, and community and school organizations.
The Flutie Foundation provides financial assistance for families caring for a loved one with autism and educates the public about autism spectrum disorder.
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