Winter Haven Police Partner with Wallet Card Project

New program aims to improve interactions between police and individuals with disabilities.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:10pm

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An abstract, impressionistic scene of a police officer and a person with a wallet card, their figures blurred and obscured in a warm, hazy glow of soft colors and light.A new program aims to foster more positive and understanding interactions between Winter Haven police and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.Winter Haven Today

The Winter Haven Police Department in Florida has announced a new partnership with The Wallet Card Project, an initiative designed to improve communication and understanding between law enforcement and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Why it matters

This program seeks to address challenges that can arise when police interact with people who have conditions like autism, Down syndrome, or other disabilities. By providing specialized training and tools, the goal is to foster more positive and productive encounters.

The details

The Wallet Card Project gives participants a card they can present to officers that outlines their specific needs and communication preferences. Police also receive training on how to recognize and appropriately respond to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

  • The partnership between Winter Haven PD and The Wallet Card Project was announced on April 16, 2026.

The players

Winter Haven Police Department

The local police force serving the city of Winter Haven, Florida.

The Wallet Card Project

A nonprofit organization that provides communication tools and training to improve interactions between law enforcement and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

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What they’re saying

“This partnership is an important step in making our community more inclusive and ensuring everyone feels safe when interacting with the police.”

— Chief David Brannan, Winter Haven Police Chief

What’s next

The Wallet Card Project will provide training to all Winter Haven police officers over the next six months.

The takeaway

This new initiative demonstrates Winter Haven's commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities and building stronger bonds between law enforcement and the community they serve.