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If you have a child with differences and disabilities, you can testify to the struggle of finding ways for him or her to connect and play with peers of varying abilities. For this reason, Collin County Moms polled mamas throughout the area for trusted venues that provide support and creative solutions for your child’s needs.
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Adapted Aquatics :: The indoor pool offers swim lessons to people of all ages and abilities.
Alamo Drafthouse :: The Alamo for All program features lights on, sound down screenings on Tuesdays before 2:00 p.m., and select weekends.
Allen Parks & Recreation :: Special Needs & Adapted Programs (SNAP) hosts dances, holiday celebrations, and open sports in the park.
AMC :: Fourth Saturdays feature movies with the lights on and the sound down.
ASI Gymnastics :: Several locations in DFW offer Gymmie Kids programs for adaptive play and individual support.
Beyond Karate :: Inclusive martial arts offers opportunities for movement in an inclusive environment across multiple locations.
Chuck E. Cheese :: Sensory Sensitive Sunday offers early opening at 9:00 a.m. with a quieter environment, dimmed lighting, and a trained staff on first Sundays.
Crayola Experience :: Third Sunday of the month features low music, dimmed lights, and the quiet room for kids with sensory needs.
iFly :: Flight becomes a reality during All Abilities Night for those with physical and cognitive challenges.
Jasmine’s Beat :: This is an adaptive dance studio for children of all ages and abilities.
North Texas Performing Arts :: Shortened classes and camps focus on an individual topic or skill through the Starcatcher program.
Plano Adapted Recreation :: Year-round programming for individuals with special needs from 12 months to over 60 years old includes fitness, arts and crafts, and monthly dances.
Richardson Adapted Recreation :: Archery, dance, karate, and soccer are available at Heights Recreation Center.
Studio Movie Grill :: Movies are shown with the lights up and the volume down. Free for children with disabilities and their siblings.
TinyTotoz :: Sensory play experiences are offered to entertain and educate kids.
Urban Air Adventure Park :: Sensory-friendly jump times at select locations are designed for children with a diagnosis on the spectrum.
We Rock the Spectrum :: This indoor playground offers social skills groups and arts and crafts for children across the spectrum.
A Kid Again :: Families take part in free programs at Texas amusement parks for kids who are facing life-threatening conditions.
ACEing Autism :: A volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to helping children with autism grow through the sport of tennis.
Allen Parks & Recreation :: Special Needs & Adapted Programs (SNAP) hosts dances, holiday celebrations, and sports in the park.
Challenge Air :: People with special needs copilot a small plane and help with the controls.
Elijah’s Retreat :: This East Texas camp in the piney woods is a sanctuary for families facing autism.
Halos Sports League :: T-ball leagues and summer swimming events give children with mental and physical disabilities a chance to play sports.
ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship :: A variety of therapeutic horse-based programs and events are offered for children and adults with disabilities.
McKinney Soccer Association :: TOPSoccer league welcomes ages three and up to participate with athletes of similar capabilities.
Plano Adapted Recreation :: Year-round programming for individuals with special needs from 12 months to over 60 years old includes fitness, arts and crafts, and monthly dances.
Six Flags Over Texas :: As a Certified Autism Center, Six Flags provides personal care attendants and wheelchairs, as well as welcomes service animals.
Special Olympics Texas :: Exercise, make friends, build confidence, and travel in this year-round program.
Al Ruschhaupt Park :: This is a wheelchair-accessible playground located inside the Al Ruschhaupt outdoor soccer complex.
Bonnie Wenk Park :: This all-abilities playground is designed for children of all ages, abilities, and needs.
Celebration Park :: The park has a fully accessible splash pad and playground combo.
Frontier Park :: The park includes Windmill Playground featuring a small spray pad, short slides, and more for kids of all abilities.
Hope Park :: The all-abilities park features rubberized footing, a sensory area, and adaptive playground equipment.
Jack Carter Park :: The inclusive park allows kids of all abilities to play together with a variety of adapted playground options.
Scottish Rite Playground :: The inclusive playground and park has an accessible seesaw and more for children at all levels of physical ability.
Spirit Park :: The playground offers adapted swings, a hike and bike trail, and more.
Windhaven Meadows Park :: The playground offers accessible play equipment, a sensory garden, and a seasonal spray ground.
2×2 Special Needs Ministry :: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church offers respite care on second Saturdays to participants with a buddy for crafts, games, and lunch.
Access-Life Expo North Texas :: This free annual meet-up for families living with disabilities provides outdoor activities and more.
Achieving Milestones :: The pediatric therapy office features playground style amenities for youngsters with special needs.
A Kid Again :: Families take part in free programs at Texas amusement parks for kids who are facing life-threatening conditions.
ARISE Special Needs :: Serving all of DFW with programs for children with special needs.
Autism Speaks :: This guide lists autism-friendly services in multiple locations.
Behavior Frontiers Center for Autism Treatment :: ABA services are offered for expanding skills to grow and thrive.
Best Buddies :: Programs are available for individuals with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities in Texas.
Equest :: Horse therapy options are available for children and adults with several programs to choose from.
H.E.R.O.E.S. :: Richardson-based educational programs and community experiences are offered to special needs people of all ages.
HopeKids :: The North Texas chapter provides a support community and free events for families of kids with life-threatening medical conditions.
Hugs Cafe :: The non-profit employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in its cafe and greenhouse.
Jewish Family Services of Greater Dallas :: Families receive support and resources such as speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, play therapists, and more.
Joni & Friends :: This Christian organization offers family and individual retreats for people with disabilities.
Life Skills Autism Academy :: A division of Centria Autism, this program provides center-based ABA therapy services to help children.
My Possibilites :: This organization offers continuing education and job placement in North Texas.
Navigate Life Texas :: Families find support for disabilities from diagnosis through adulthood.
P.E.A.R.S. :: “Psychological, educational, and related services,” such as autism testing and ADHD assessments are geared towards children ages 2 – 18.
Sheer Smiles Pediatric Dentistry :: Special needs dental services are available for infants, toddlers, teens, and children.
StandUpLD :: This non-profit is a support network for parents and educators seeking to inspire children with learning differences.
Super Duper Cookie Company :: Super Duper trains, employs, and advocates for individuals impacted by intellectual and developmental disabilities.
United Through H.O.P.E. :: Programming for all ages, including counseling and transitional resources for becoming fully independent.
Victory Flows :: Individuals living with differences experience active involvement and a sense of belonging.
ACEing Autism :: A volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to helping children with autism grow through the sport of tennis.
Allen Parks & Recreation :: Special Needs & Adapted Programs (SNAP) hosts dances, holiday celebrations, and sports in the park.
Aqua Tots :: Special needs aquatic programs across DFW teach water safety, spatial awareness, and goal setting.
ASI Gymnastics :: Several locations in DFW offer Gymmie Kids programs for adaptive play and individual support.
Challenge Air :: People with special needs copilot a small plane and help with the controls.
Halos Sports League :: T-ball leagues and summer swimming events give children with mental and physical disabilities a chance to play sports.
iFly :: Flight becomes a reality during All Abilities Night for those with physical and cognitive challenges.
ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship :: A variety of therapeutic horse-based programs and events are offered for children and adults with disabilities.
McKinney Soccer Association :: TOPSoccer league welcomes ages three and up to participate with athletes of similar capabilities.
Plano Adapted Recreation :: Year-round programming for individuals with special needs from 12 months to over 60 years old includes fitness, arts and crafts, and monthly dances.
Special Olympics Texas :: Exercise, make friends, build confidence, and travel in this year-round program.
Urban Air Adventure Park :: Sensory-friendly jump times at select locations are designed for children with a diagnosis on the spectrum.
We have opened a new business called minifigadventures. We have a good environment for children with special needs to come play with us. So we would like to partner with Collin moms page. If you could email information on how this works and what you offer. thank you for your time! I look forward from hearing from you soon!
Robin