What is inclusion? and why does it matter?
Inclusion is being a fully integrated part of something where each person feels welcomed, valued and accepted. Inclusion is the basis of human connection.
Not being connected to something can lead to depression, isolation and have a lifelong negative impact on human development and mental well-being.
Inclusion matters.
When everyone is included, everyone wins - Jesse Jackson
inclusive events and Spaces
in union County
Chillville at Friday Nights Uptown is a sensory friendly space, sponsored by Haven Community Church, that is designed for kids who need to momentarily escape the chaos! You can find them next to Kidzone near the Marysville Public Library! Click the photo for more info!
The goal of a sensory-friendly event is to make the environment as inclusive as possible to all people. Some people forego attending certain events for a variety of reasons, some of which can be met by making minor modifications and providing a sensory friendly space. Thank you to our community partners who are helping make our dream of a fully inclusive and accessible Union County a reality!
community partners
Do you have an inclusive event that you would like us to share? Are you interested in learning how to make your event or business more inclusive? Click the Contact Us button and let’s collaborate!
This could be you!
Meet our Team
ALISHA OWENS
Community
Connections Manager
aowens@ucbdd.org
ELLIE OSTERHOLT
Community Inclusion Coordinator
eosterholt@ucbdd.org
Inclusion & accessiblity resources
Sensory-Friendly and Inclusion Self Training
Click through the following slides for a brief overview on how best to be inclusive and respectful of people who need sensory-friendly accommodations in public spaces!
Brought to you by the Union County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Don’t stop at checking out books, when you can check out different everyday items, including sensory-friendly items and emotional processing kits that can be found in the youth services section of the Library!
Here are a few examples of what you can check out!
Ready to Write:
Fine Motor Skills fidgets
Tactile Match Puzzle
Weighted Plushie
Friday Nights Uptown Sensory-Friendly Spaces
and Accessible accommodations
The hustle and bustle of the Friday Nights Uptown affair
can be a bit overwhelming for a lot of people, which is why we teamed up with our community partners to provide safe spaces for overstimulated patrons.
Next time you’re in attendance, check out The Avalon Theatre or the Haven Community Church Children’s Sensory Space for all of your accessible needs; or visit our UCBDD booth and we will send you in the right direction!