Sometimes, Lea might get separated from the person she is with.This means Lea is lost.If Lea gets lost, she can stay safe by following these steps.
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STOP AND STAY CALM
Lea remembers these directions to stay safe: "Stop and stay where I am (if I walk farther, it’s harder for my parents to find me)""I need to take a deep breath.""I need to try to stay calm."
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TRY TO FIND A SAFE ADULT
Lea knows the next thing she can do is find a safe adult. This is a grown up who helps keep people safe. A safe adult will stay with Lea and help her find her family.
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I'm lost and need help!
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What to Do If I Get Lost
EXAMPLES OF A SAFE ADULT
Safe adults are people who work to help others, like:-Police officers or Security guards-Teachers or school staff-Store workers with name tags-Parents who have kids with them
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WHAT TO SAY
Lea knows what to tell the trusted adult so they can help her find her parents:"I’ll tell them who I am looking for.""I’ll tell them where I last remember seeing my parents.""I’ll tell them my parents’ phone number.""I’ll tell them my name and that I have autism."
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Hi! Is this Ava's parent? She just gave me your phone number. I'll tell you how to find us!
Ava found a mom and her son at the park and is getting their help!
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LEA'S IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Ava found her parents! Ava knows that no matter where she is (at the park, in a store, airport, or anywhere else), she can use these same steps to stay safe if she gets lost:-Stop moving-Take a deep breath-Stay calm-Find a safe adult-Ask for help
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Thank you so much!
We were so worried, but you did all the right steps!
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WHAT LEA KNOWS
“It's okay if I feel nervous or scared when I get lost.""Staying calm will help me remember what to do.""Asking a safe adult for help will keep me safe.""I will not go with anyone unless I know they are safe and are helping me.""I know that my parents or whoever I am with will always come find me."
I'm proud of myself!
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Deep breath in through my nose and out through my mouth.
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