Pictured is a decal and blue envelope the Sheriff’s Office is providing to families who have an autistic member in the household. P-J photo by Gregory Bacon

Kerri Smith and her son Garrett, who has autism, join Sheriff James B. Quattrone during the announcement of the “Friends of the Sheriff” program — a new initiative aimed at enhancing safety and communication between law enforcement and individuals with special needs. P-J photo by Gregory Bacon