Sensory screenings offer children with autism an afternoon at the movies
MEDICINE HAT, AB. – Children with autism can struggle with loud sounds and bright lights. The Medicine Hat Public Library offers a program to help allow children with autism or other sensory processing disorders to be able to enjoy an afternoon at the movie theatre.
Gillian Reimer, head of marketing services for the Medicine Hat Public Library, said it all began as a suggestion from a library user.
“We’re always looking for ideas, so anything that the community thinks there is a need for, but isn’t being met elsewhere, we’re happy to hear that and try and incorporate it into our long list of programs,” she explained.