OVERVIEW:
The Community Engagement Unit is an integral part of
the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Their mission is to heighten security and
safety awareness through education and community involvement.
CURRENT PROGRAMS:
Currently operating programs include:
Bloodhound scent kit: In the event that a loved one with a cognitive disorder, a young child or any other resident who may be prone to wandering is found to be missing, Scent Kits can save a life.
Citizens On Patrol: (C.O.P.) Citizens On Patrol. Volunteers, serving, assisting patrol division and Marine Patrol Division
Electronic Engraving: Engrave your valuables with your Florida driver's license number to deter burglars and also prove ownership should the article be stolen and recovered by law enforcement.
Explorer Post 60: a youth
division of the Lake County Sheriff's Office. This program is sanctioned and chartered
by Learning for Life.
Home and Business Security: teaching citizens how
to safeguard their homes and business property.
Lockbox Program: Intended to provide Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) access to your residence in the event of an emergency where you are unable to open the door.
SafetyNet: A commercial product designed to locate victim's of Alzheimer's Disease who wander
Safety: includes bike safety, boating safety,
hurricane preparedness, personal safety for children and adults, and
various other topics on safety
Senior Watch: a
program where seniors, who live alone and do not have someone who checks
on them, are contacted daily to ensure their well-being. Emergency
assistance may be dispatched if necessary.
Sheriff's Citizen Academy:
A 13-week program to build a better understanding between citizens and the
law enforcement community through education.
Vial-of-Life: Designed for seniors and individuals with a medical condition to provide pertinent medical information to responding emergency personnel
Volunteer Program: Click here to find out more about our volunteer program.
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