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SAFETY WITHOUT FEAR

Inclusive, sensory-friendly experiences that help individuals of all abilities build confidence with first responders, emergency vehicles, and safety skills
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A Different Kind of Safety Event

Safety Without Fear offers a calm, self-guided way to meet community helpers, explore emergency vehicles, and practice important safety skills. Participants can watch, explore, communicate, take a break, or skip any activity—all at their own pace.

"There is no wrong way to participate."

LEARN, EXPLORE, & FEEL SUPPORTED

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Explore Emergency Vehicles 

Hands on Safety Activities

Visit the Sensory-Friendly Tent

Use Visual Supports

Meet Community Helpers

COMMUNICATION IS A PART OF SAFETY

Communication is an essential part of safety. Visual supports and communication boards help individuals understand what is happening, express their needs, and share important information using speech, AAC, gestures, pointing, or writing.

SAFETY WITHOUT FEAR 2026

Our first Safety Without Fear event brought families and first responders together for hands-on learning, communication support, and sensory-friendly fun—all in a welcoming, judgment-free space.

August 9th, 2026          Sandwich, IL 

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

A special thank you to Nicor Gas, the Sandwich Fire Department, the Sandwich Police Department, Dr. Wright’s office, the Sandwich Moose Lodge for hosting us, Community Anchor for distributing backpacks and school supplies, Open Door Rehabilitation Center, our incredible volunteers, and every community partner and supporter who helped make Safety Without Fear possible.

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BRING SAFETY WITHOUT FEAR TO YOUR COMMUNITY

Meaningful safety education happens when families, first responders, schools, community organizations, and local businesses work together. We welcome opportunities to bring inclusive safety experiences, communication tools, and sensory supports to more communities.

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