The Brief
- The ‘Respond with Care’ program allows deputies to recognize a brightly colored sticker when responding to calls.
- Stickers are available to those who have cognitive or developmental disabilities, allowing deputies to know they may have triggers or need help in de-escalating a situation.
- You can pick up the ‘Respond with Care’ stickers at any district location with The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
BRADENTON, Fla. – It’s a small sticker, with a big job in Manatee County.
The backstory:
A ‘Respond with Care’ sticker alerts first responders to situations that could bring them face to face with someone with special needs. …