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sensory-friendly community
What is a developmental disability?
Developmental disability is not just one thing—but all developmental disabilities relate to the brain, or parts of the brain, not developing as expected. This can affect social, behavioral, and communication functions. Most developmental disabilities are present at birth and may be identified very early in life—before age three. Some common developmental disabilities include intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Learn more
What is a developmental disability?
Developmental disability is not just one thing—but all developmental disabilities relate to the brain, or parts of the brain, not developing as expected. This can affect social, behavioral, and communication functions. Most developmental disabilities are present at birth and may be identified very early in life—before age three. Some common developmental disabilities include intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Learn more
How do I make all fans feel welcome?
The ways that autism manifests vary widely from person to person; the challenges of someone with the disorder are as unique as they are. People with autism may experience severe reactions to sensory stimuli like lights and sounds, including crowds like those at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum! Allow them to get a quick break if needed and then go back to enjoying the game.
Additional learning resources
How do I make all fans feel welcome?
The ways that autism manifests vary widely from person to person; the challenges of someone with the disorder are as unique as they are. People with autism may experience severe reactions to sensory stimuli like lights and sounds, including crowds like those at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum! Allow them to get a quick break if needed and then go back to enjoying the game.
Additional learning resources
How can I help?
Learn the signs and symptoms of autism and other developmental disabilities so you can understand the ways people with disabilities communicate and be conscious of the challenges they face. Watch out for and stand up for the rights of people with developmental, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities. You can do a little or a lot to show that you care, but any effort is an important step towards changed hearts and minds. Get involved
How can I help?
Learn the signs and symptoms of autism and other developmental disabilities so you can understand the ways people with disabilities communicate and be conscious of the challenges they face. Watch out for and stand up for the rights of people with developmental, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities. You can do a little or a lot to show that you care, but any effort is an important step towards changed hearts and minds. Get involved
Can touch this!
Boards with different textures, sounds, and colors attached to them can help individuals fulfill their sensory needs. Interacting with these sensory walls can help alleviate stress, increase focus, and calm individuals with developmental challenges. The Indy Fuel have a sensory wall at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum for their fans to enjoy.
