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Pembroke Pines designated an "autism-friendly city"; Baptist Health donates $15,000 for playground communication boards
Summary
City officials accepted an autism-friendly-city designation from CARD, announced a $15,000 donation from Baptist Health to fund communication boards for 12 playgrounds and described staff training and quiet-zone plans for public events.
The Pembroke Pines City Commission on April 15 formally accepted a designation from the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) recognizing the city as an autism-friendly community.
Assistant City Manager Christina Golding outlined steps the city has taken and plans to expand services: "Since August, we have trained over 100 city employees in autism awareness and sensory considerations," she said, and noted a $15,000 donation from Baptist Health to support communication…
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