Autism Medical Bracelets & Necklaces
The term, “autism bracelet” can mean two primary things:
- An autism alert bracelet, designed to be worn by autistic people to communicate key information in an emergency, or
- An autism awareness bracelet, which may be worn by anyone wishing to help raise awareness or offer support.
While both types of autism bracelets are valuable, Lauren’s Hope exclusively carries medic alert autism bracelets, rather than awareness pieces.
It is important to note here that Lauren’s Hope recognizes that autism is experienced as a spectrum and that not everyone is impacted by their autism diagnosis the same way. We also recognize that the use of people-first language is no longer the prevailing preference within the community, although some people do still use it. Therefore, we have done our best to speak specifically to the needs of people whose autism may impair their ability to self-advocate while using the most current terminology available to us.
Who Needs An Autism Identification Bracelet?
It is common for autistic people of all ages to wear medical ID bracelets. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Asperger/Autism Network (AANE), and other prominent organizations recommend wearing bracelets for autism, and the reasons are clear:
- Communication, cooperation, and participation: Autism may involve an intellectual disability, with the CDC reporting that this is the case for approximately 35% of study participants with autism. When people have special needs of this sort, particularly those that might hinder a person’s ability to communicate or participate in their care, wearing an autism medical bracelet is crucial.
- Co-existing conditions: Sometimes people have more than one crucial piece of information to share. While autism may be the primary diagnosis, a person might also be on medications, have drug or food allergies, or have additional diagnoses that first responders need to know about. For example, Healthline.com reports that various studies show that 20-30% of people with autism are also diagnosed with epilepsy. Thankfully, medic alert autism bracelets are custom-engravable, which means that they can specify not only that the wearer is autistic but also serve as an epilepsy alert or a med ID for any other additional diagnoses that a first responder should know about.
- Baseline status: Particularly when a condition does not present with a visible sign, as is the case with autism, a first responder may not know whether symptoms such atypical responses, non-cooperative actions, or absence of speech is a sign of an emergency medical need or someone’s daily baseline. Whether someone is verbal, uses a communication device, has sensory needs, requires specific assistance, or has multiple diagnoses, their baseline status is a helpful piece of information for a first responder.
Autism alerts aren’t just for children, either. Autistic adults wear medic alert autism bracelets for all the same reasons.
Shop medical alert bracelets for women, or medical ID bracelets for men.
What to Engrave on an Autism Alert Bracelet or Necklace?
If you or someone you love has a diagnosis of autism, wearing customized medical ID jewelry is imperative. People who are nonverbal, who have intellectual disabilities, or who may be overstimulated in an emergency need medical ID jewelry to help them be identified, properly assisted, and reunited with family or caregivers, should the individual become lost or be involved in an accident.
We recommend listing:
NAME
AUTISM DIAGNOSIS, INCLUDING LEVEL
OTHER CONDITIONS
ALLERGIES
MEDICATIONS
TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER(S)
Autism Alert Bracelets
Every person is unique, as are their needs. That’s why we don’t offer pre-engraved IDs that simply list a single condition. You are not limited to a small offering of autism bracelets, nor is there a specific symbol just for autism. Rather, every style we carry has the universally recognized medical caduceus symbol on the front in addition to being custom engravable. So you simply choose the bracelet you want, and we will personalize it to fit your needs for an autism medical bracelet, while also including any other diagnoses or pieces of information you require.
Note: People sometimes ask if we offer “locking” bracelets for people whose cognitive impairment results in their removal of their jewelry. Locking jewelry is a safety hazard that can cause serious injury, and as such we neither recommend nor carry it. We can help you find a bracelet that has a discreet closure, helping you in your efforts to keep your loved one safe in every way.
Autism Alert Necklaces
Medical alert necklaces are another option for autism alerts. As with our bracelets, our med ID necklaces feature a prominent medical symbol on the front as well as plenty of room for custom engraving on the back. When choosing a med ID, it is important to ensure that the jewelry helps keep the wearer safe while also being safe to wear. So we recommend necklaces only for older children and adults who are comfortable with necklaces and for whom necklaces do not pose a safety hazard.
Shop Engravable Necklaces & Bracelets for Autism at Lauren’s Hope
Medic alert autism bracelets can be helpful tools, providing peace of mind as well as fast access to key information at a glance. When you shop with Lauren’s Hope, you gain more than a great piece of medical ID jewelry. You get access to:
- Highly trained customer care representatives who can help with engraving, sizing, product selection, and more
- Master engravers who individually review and custom engrave every ID
- A FREE one-year warranty
- FREE personal shopping sessions for one-on-one consultation time
- A broad product selection designed to meet safety and sensory needs
- 20+ years of med ID expertise, put to work for YOU
Shop medical ID bracelets for kids.