First Due Autism Training

10/15/2026

As we approach trick or treating time and Halloween. Here are some friendly reminders and tips to allow autistic children and families to enjoy it too!

Remember be aware, accept, and ADAPT!

10/05/2026

Here is your upcoming class monthly update for October and November!

Anyone is welcome to any of the classes! We hope to see you there!

October:
• 10/05 - Palmyra Fire
• 10/06 - Sacramento Community Fire Company
• 10/22 - Lancaster County Public Safety Center
• 10/28 - Lakeville Vol. Fire Department
• 10/29 - Misericordia University

November:
• 11/02 - Coolbaugh Township Volunteer Fire Company
• 11/03 - Cumru Twp Fire Station 42
• 11/09 - Rutherford County EMA
• 11/12 - Bloomsburg Fire Department
• 11/16 - Boyertown Area Fire & Rescue
• 11/17 - New Ringgold FIRE

10/05/2026

As we all know October is Fire Prevention month. Please remember when responding some individuals may have additional challenges, ADAPT & ACCEPT!

This will help operations run smoother and provide the best possible outcome for all those individuals in need.

10/01/2026

As promised this week we highlight those who do the behind the scenes work at First Due!

Vice President Ben Jones
Secretary Tiffany George Kirsch
Board of Directors Claudia Costello Ferko
Board of Directors Frank McDonough

Without this group nothing would be possible and the wheels wouldn’t stay greased!

The difference they make of work you all may never see is incredible and a definite assist with !

09/25/2026

Tonight we throw the spotlight on the ones who travel to ensure all first responders receive the training that is ever important for those with special needs. This personnel are the frontline that keeps the engine moving and spreading the awareness. All directly impacted by someone on the spectrum, they bring their heart and dedication to not only help their own, and all those whom may be encountered during an emergency

Together they have trained over 3,000 first responders in a short years time. They are:

Dispatcher Savannah Lindenmuth
Paramedic Jackie Ginther Murton
Officer Joseph Murton
Captain Zach Kirsch

One team, one goal, to make the world aware and accepting of everyone that is encountered especially during an emergency situation.

09/20/2026

In the next two weeks you have 3 opportunities to attend one of our classes. Let’s pack the rooms and better ourselves for the communities in which we serve!

• 09/23 (Berks County, PA) Penn State Health St. Joes Reading! Hosted by Penn State Health.

• 09/24 (Schuylkill County, PA) New Philadelphia being hosted by Good Intent Fire Company, New Philadelphia.

• 10/01 (Wyoming County, PA) Noxen hosted by Noxen Volunteer Fire Co. *Date change originally scheduled for 09/28.*

Please see below for RSVP information for each class, as always remember each class is worth 2 Continuing Education Units.

See you there 🤙🏻.

09/15/2026

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who purchased Christians amazing crayons! We are also so thankful and grateful for our continued partnership with Christian’s Crayons for Autism! Together we are making huge strides!

A huge THANK YOU to the VFW Valley Vets for their incredibly generous donation toward our fundraiser supporting First Due Autism Training! 🇺🇸💙

Because of the amazing support from our community, we are so excited to announce that our grand total raised is $800! 🎉🙌

This fundraiser means so much to us because autism awareness and training can make such a difference in how first responders understand, communicate with, and support autistic individuals in our community.

We are beyond grateful to everyone who purchased crayons, donated, shared our posts, and helped spread the word.

From Christian and our whole family … THANK YOU! ❤️

09/13/2026

First Due will take to the Seven Mountains March 6th, 2027! Excited to have been asked to attend and present at this conference!

09/05/2026

On today’s announcement. The 3 A’s….

Awareness, Adapting, and most importantly…. ACCEPTANCE.

Make the world a better, safer, and inclusive place.

08/31/2026

Here is your September and October upcoming class list! It’s bound to be two great packed months of training and spreading the awareness and acceptance!

• September 23rd (Berks County, PA) hosted by Penn State Health Bernville.

• September 24th (Schuylkill County, PA) hosted by Good Intent Fire Company, New Philadelphia

• September 28th (Wyoming County, PA) hosted by Noxen Volunteer Fire Co.

• October 5th (Lebanon County, PA) hosted by Palmyra Fire.

• October 6th (Schuylkill County, PA) hosted by Sacramento Community Fire Company.

• October 22nd (Lancaster County, PA) hosted by Lancaster County Public Safety Center.

• October 28th (Wayne County, PA) hosted by Lakeville Vol. Fire Department.

Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities!