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:
  • Vial-of-Life: Designed for seniors and individuals with a medical condition to provide pertinent medical information to responding emergency personnel
  • 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 radio transmitter tracking bracelet for residents who suffer from cognitive disorders and are prone to wander.
  • Operation Aware: Operation Aware is a program designed for the parents or guardians of individuals with special needs who might not be capable of providing valuable information about themselves in an emergency.
  • Neighborhood Watch: Neighborhood Crime Watch
  • Emergency Tracking 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
  • Explorer Post 60: a youth division of the Lake County Sheriff's Office. This program is sanctioned and chartered by Learning for Life.
  • 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. 2023 Flyer
  • Volunteer Program: Click here to find out more about our volunteer program.

PRESENTATION REQUESTS:
If you would like to request a presentation from LCSO Community Engagement, please email CommunityEngagement@lcso.org with your request.
Presentation topics include:
  • Neighborhood Crime Watch
  • Crime Prevention
  • Fraud and Scams
  • Personal Safety
  • Home Security
  • Cyber Crimes
  • Stranger Danger
  • Bicycle Safety
  • Boating Safety
  • K-9 Demonstration