Autism Friendly Hotel To Protect Special Children

By Cynthia Jackson


Mental care is very important to protect each and every one of us against societal discrimination. Some thought that is has already become a norm since the majority has been tolerating it. Tolerance does not mean it is already acceptable. That is why some institutions have supported an autism friendly hotel for societal awareness.

Parents have been taking care of these children and are responsible for giving lifelong affective and care. These individuals are given priority in our community because they do not act and behave as normal people do. They have the privilege to be given special attention especially when their tantrums occur.

The society should be alarmed with how our actions affect these special individuals. Sometimes, we are not even aware of our gestures and words that might affect them. Being sensitive to the emotions of other people is important. Special children are aware of their unusual nature and they tend to withdraw themselves from the public. They have intense feelings of strangeness and feel like they have been alienated in our society.

This natural reaction should be discouraged by making them feel that they still belong. Most hotels in the United States have already implemented and practiced an autism friendly environment. Meaning to say, they do not exclude these kids from availing their luxury services. Whoever attempts to despise them will be liable for a case and must explain his or her actions. The government is doing this so that we will be more aware of our actions and intentions.

Their travels are not comfortable and relaxing because their child is throwing tantrums from time to time. As she observed this common situation, she sought for ways to lessen the burden of her customers. Inside the hotel, she secured a place for special children wherein the room was designed with colorful wallpapers and is equipped with stuffed toys, board games, swing, and colorful pillows.

Cathy Lomond, an owner of a luxurious hotel, has seen these common problems and has felt the hassle of their parents. Her hotel, Hotel Port aux Basques is now providing care services for autistic children. Their services include playrooms and care giving to assist their customers who have autistic kids. Their goal is to reduce the inconvenience of the family and give them a better vacation experience.

Their TV shows are mostly channeled to cartoons because studies have shown that autistic individuals have very creative and abstract imagination. By seeing cartoon shows, they feel belongingness and reduce their loneliness. Despite their unusual appearances and behavior, they must still show them genuine love and affection.

Hotels provided colorful rooms for these children as they day care centers so that while their parents are enjoying their stay, these kids are also enjoying their time. They have abundant toys, game stations, and many other facilities to entertain them. Psychological institutions have also supported this movement to assure the betterment of special kids.

As normal people, we should promote their well being by making them feel as a part of our society. We should not allow negative thoughts to take over them because they also deserve all the love in the world. Despite their unusual behavior, we all have the same spiritual characteristics and thus, we should treat them with love and respect.




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