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When to Call 911 Social Story

Overview

These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of determining when to call 911, for individuals with autism.

A cell phone calling 9-1-1.

911 is a phone number I can call if there is an emergency.

A person on the phone and an operator saying,

If I call 911, someone will answer my call and try to help me.

graphics of a police car, ambulance, and fire truck

The police, ambulance, or fire department might be sent to help me.

graphic of a fire alarm pull station

I should only call 911 if there is an emergency.

graphics of a car hitting a tree and a building on fire

An emergency might be a fire, a car accident, or if someone is being hurt or attacked.

A person on the phone saying,

If I call 911, I should tell the operator the location of the emergency and answer all questions.

Woman on the phone with a graphic of a siren

I should only call 911 when there is an emergency.

Graphic of a dog barking

I should not call 911 if there is a loud party or a dog barking.

A man with a flashlight walking down a dark staircase

I should not call 911 if there is a power outage.

A sick woman lying in bed

I should not call 911 if I have a cold or flu.

A man falling down the steps

I should only call 911 if an injury is severe.

A 9-1-1 operator saying,

If I am not sure if it's really an emergency, I can ask the 911 operator.

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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.