31 | ScanMeHome QR Safety & Peace of Mind | Justin Behnke

What would happen if your child got lost in the community and could not communicate who they are or how to get home? For many parents of non-speaking or high-support-needs children, that question can keep them up at night. In this episode of the Autism Family Resource Podcast, Brian Keene talks with Justin Behnke, a father who created ScanMeHome after realizing his own son needed an added layer of safety. Justin shares how raising his non-speaking autistic son led him to think differently about community safety, wandering, and what families really need in those frightening "what if" moments. He explains how ScanMeHome works, why QR-based safety tools can be so helpful now that people are used to scanning codes in daily life, and how the product can support children, adults with dementia, and others who may need a quicker path back to safety. This episode is especially valuable for parents and caregivers who want more peace of mind when it comes to wandering, field trips, travel, or everyday community outings. Topics Covered Justin's story as a father of a non-speaking autistic son Why wandering and community safety became such a big concern How ScanMeHome was created in just a few days after years of need Why QR code safety tools can work well for non-speaking children What kinds of information families can include in a profile How the product can help in field trips, travel, and community outings Why education and awareness in the community still matter Other uses for the product, including dementia and seizure support Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 01:15 Justin's background and his family story 02:36 What led him to create ScanMeHome 06:06 How the product works 09:46 Other safety strategies for families 13:20 Discount code and final thoughts Memorable Quote "My purpose was my son. God forbid he gets out, I need to get him home." About the Guest Justin Behnke is a father, technology professional, and creator of ScanMeHome. He designed the product after recognizing that his non-speaking autistic son needed a practical, accessible safety solution that could help others reconnect him with family if he ever got lost. Resources Mentioned ScanMeHome ScanMeHome.com ScanMeHome Instagram QR safety tags for clothing, backpacks, wristbands, and more About the Host Brian Keene is the host of the Autism Family Resource Podcast and the founder of Pure Hearts Therapy, a neurodiversity-affirming pediatric therapy practice that supports children and families through compassionate, practical care. Subscribe & Connect If this episode resonated with you, please consider sharing it with another parent who might benefit from this conversation. Listen and subscribe to the Autism Family Resource Podcast: https://pod.link/1591840956 Explore more resources for families at: https://pureheartstherapy.com