Eagles fans play in the sensory room at Lincoln Financial Field. (Courtesy of Eagles Autism Foundation) Kimberly Flickenger grew up an Eagles fan thanks to the influence of her Philadelphia-born mom.

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — October is National Sensory Processing Awareness Month. A West Michigan family and Hope Network are sharing the importance of making spaces more inclusive. Originally from ...

PHILADELPHIA -- If the chorus of "Fly! Eagles! Fly!" or "E-A-G-L-E-S" chants become too overwhelming for fans with sensory needs at Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia Eagles took a big step to ...

NEW ORLEANS — The NFL’s Super Bowl Experience is one of the biggest draws for fans in New Orleans. With loud music, bright lights and big crowds, it’s goal is to allow fans of all ages to feel like an ...

Percy Losardo never used to attend Mass. The 14-year-old with autism struggled to sit still in the pews when he was younger, which caused his mother, Lark, to frequently take him outside to walk.

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Zing Zumm Children’s Museum of Jacksonville and Hope For The Warriors have collaborated to make a multi-sensory calming room for children. The room is filled with soothing ...

MAPLEWOOD, N.J. (RNS) — From organ blasts and incense to forced hugs and hand shakes, for folks who struggle to process sensory input, houses of worship can quickly feel anything but holy. That was ...

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Airlines, hotels, theme parks and others are working to ease the challenges of travel for people with autism, A.D.H.D and other “invisible disabilities.” By Derek M. Norman Christine Chung and ...

A small primary school has unveiled a new sensory room for its pupils. Hamsey Primary School in Cooksbridge officially opened ...