How to choose the best campsite
Millions of people enjoy camping every year. Data from the KOA 2021 North American Camping Report indicates there were more than 94.5 million camper households throughout North America in 2020.…
Services Assistance Dogs Can Provide
It seems more common than ever to see dogs strolling through stores with their human companions. Many of these pups are family pets that owners seemingly want to have close…
Airplanes and the Autistic
By Tejas Rao Sankar At the airport, I am in otherwise a happy place. I am traveling to a beautiful country I have never visited before. The aerobridge into the…
Virtual Conferences Provide Key Opportunity for Accessibility
By John Loeppky There was concern from some at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic that, in the words of research journal Nature, 2020 could be “a year without conferences.”…
Tips for a Safe, Successful Camping Trip
The appeal of camping is undeniable. According to The Business Research Company, a market research and intelligence company, the global camping and caravanning market is expected to grow from just…
Four Words: You Need to Change
By John Adriance It was from my first grade teacher that I first heard the phrase, “You need to change.” I had finally been invited one day to play freeze…
Are Ticket Sales for Events Covered by the ADA?
By Benjamin Roussey Ticket sales for events are a covered activity under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). When a venue for an event provides tickets for sale to third-party…
Forest Bathing for All
By Gina Taylor, OT Forest bathing is a free and accessible activity that many people can benefit from. Forest bathing is a therapeutic way of spending time in nature. It…
Northlandz offers a sensory-friendly experience for all
In an effort to welcome those impacted by autism and other sensory-processing challenges, Northlandz has created a sensory-supportive relaxation area at it’s impressive exhibit, which boasts the world’s largest miniature…
Relaxation Techniques to Embrace as Summer Ends
Summer is a time of year that’s synonymous with relaxation. The warm air and glowing sun of summer helps people to relax and take some time away from work to…