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Photo courtesy of Lifeworks. The County Correctional Officers Association of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office is selling special shoulder patches to raise money for Lifeworks.
4-02-2022 1:53pm
Lifeworks to Benefit from Norfolk County Correctional Officers' Autism Patch Sales
Darlene Cancell
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Thanks to Lifeworks for contributing this news to Westwood Minute.
Lifeworks, a Westwood-based nonprofit human services provider that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, announced earlier this week that in recognition of April being Autism Acceptance Month, the County Correctional Officers Association of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office is selling special shoulder patches to raise money for the nonprofit agency.
The patches, which feature a multi-color jigsaw puzzle background and star, are available from the Sheriff's Office for $10, with all proceeds supporting the Autism Support Center at Lifeworks. The puzzle piece has been a recognized symbol for autism awareness, understanding and acceptance for several decades.
The patches can be kept as keepsakes and collectibles, for display at home or office. They can be purchased in the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office lobby, Monday through Friday, while supplies last. To date, over 100 patches have been sold.
“We are humbled to have the support of the County Correctional Officers Association of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office in Dedham during Autism Acceptance Month,” said Lifeworks CEO Daniel Burke. “Their generous and engaging fundraiser is a great way to support the autism community and the variety of programs we offer.”
A similar, but different patch is also being sold by the Dedham Police. Proceeds from Dedham Police sales will go to a different autism-related organization, the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.
Celebrated each April, Autism Acceptance Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of autism, and a reminder to include people with autism in all facets of community life. The Autism Support Center at Lifeworks helps more than 1,000 families navigate available autism-related services, provides workshops and training for caregivers and self-advocates, and offers enriching social and recreational activities.
To purchase a patch, visit the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office lobby, 200 West Street, Dedham, Monday through Friday during the 3:00 - 11:00 p.m. shift. Supplies are limited.
