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Working with People with Disabilities- A Guide for Responders

October 31, 2007

Website Link  http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/fire/fire_academy/communityoutreach/DisabilitiesGuide.html

This 26-minuted training DVD produced in cooperation with the Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities is designed to help personnel from emergency medical services, fire, police and others work effectively and compassionately with persons with disabilities.  The training is endorsed by the Maryland Department of Disabilities, Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute, Maryland State Firemen's Association (MSFA)), and the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions, as well as other public agencies and non-governmental disabilities and advocacy groups.  The DVD is available at no charge for training purposes.  To obtain a free copy, contact Fire Director James M. Korn.