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Westford Police add sensory kits to cruisers to help responders assist people with sensory needs

Westford Cats weekly news show · March 3, 2026
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The Westford Police Department received nine sensory kits from the 'See the Able, Not the Label' initiative to help officers better assist individuals with sensory sensitivities during emergencies; creator Meera Gillis said the kits were inspired by her family's experience.

The Westford Police Department has placed nine sensory kits in patrol cruisers to help officers assist individuals with sensory sensitivities during emergencies.

The kits, part of the "See the Able, Not the Label" project, include calming tools such as…

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