Hide messageView More

Recursos en Español

Para encontrar recursos de ASERT que han sido traducidos al español, haga clic aquí.
To find ASERT resources that have been translated into Spanish, click here.

Quick links: MyODP ASDNext AidInPA PhillyAP

Be Safe: Community Safety Social Story

Overview

This resource, part of the Be Safe resource collection, is a social story for individuals with autism to help explain and teach ways for them to stay safe when they are out in the community.

A boy and a waving man are shown in front of street buildings.

Going out in the community can be fun!

A smiling boy with a thought bubble reading

But you need to follow the rules to be safe.

A boy says,

Tell a parent or trusted adult where you are going and when you’ll be back.

A dad tells his son to call him or go to the police station if he gets lost or feels unsafe. The son says,

Be sure to make a safety plan with who to call and where to go.

A cell phone with a charging symbol is shown next to a cell phone charger.

If you have a cell phone, make sure it’s on and charged.

A list of emergency numbers and a cell phone with the words

If you don’t have a cell phone, make sure you have phone numbers for trusted adults and know how to call for help.

Page 1 of 6
Page 1 of 6
A poorly-lit street is shown in the top left. A girl and two boys are shown next to a well-lit area in the bottom right.

Know the area you are visiting and stay away from dangerous areas.

A man asks a boy for personal information.

Don't share personal information with strangers.

A boy is shown next to a dotted line connecting is house to another building.

Know where you're going and how to get there safely.

A boy stands next to a police officer and says,

If something bad happens, know who you can ask for help from, like a police officer, bus driver, or store clerk.

A stranger stands behind a boy outside a building. The boy is leaving the area.

If you don't feel safe, leave the area and check your safety plan for a safe place to go.

A girl stands between two boys in the center of the image.

Have fun, be safe, and enjoy yourself.

Page 1 of 6
Page 1 of 6

Rate this resource

Average rating:

Thank you for rating this resource!

Download entire resource (pdf)

This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.