Filling the Gaps in Healthcare: The Vital Role of Information Sharing for Individuals with Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

• By: Karen Lindgren, PhD Bancroft Sally A. French, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC Cooper University Hospital
• April 12th, 2024
• care coordination, collaborative approach, communication, environment, healthcare barriers, sensory issues, sensory-friendly, Spring 2024 Issue
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Wading through the complex landscape of healthcare for individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their caregivers can be frustrating, often hindered by a variety of barriers unique to this population. While systematic and overwhelming, these challenges are...

Establishing Sensory Inclusive Theater Experiences

• By: Lauren Tucker, EdD Southern Connecticut State University Catt Gruszka Vadala The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
• January 10th, 2024
• community, environmental modifications, inclusive events, sensory issues, sensory-friendly, sensory-friendly performances, visual supports, Winter 2024 Issue
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Many sensory inclusive theaters and performing arts venues have incorporated sensory-friendly (SF) or relaxed performances (RP) to increase access to the arts for all patrons. Often, these events are geared towards children or younger audiences and for individuals who experience hypersensitivity....