Small Changes, Big Impacts
How We Support Businesses
We work with businesses and organizations to provide the training and tools they need to welcome people with autism and their families. Our trainings are designed to help you identify small but impactful changes that will make your business more accessible to those with autism and sensory sensitivities.
How We Support Individuals and Families
Whether you’re looking for a dentist for an adult with autism or planning a birthday party for your little one, knowing that a business is familiar with autism makes everything a little bit easier! Our directory of certified Autism Welcoming businesses puts this information at your fingertips.
Doing Good Business
Benefits for Businesses
Autism Welcoming certification is good for business and good for the community. Benefits for businesses include:
- Customized Training Expanded
- Customer Base
- Access to Tools and Resources
Featured Business
Dave & Buster's Braintree
Discover the ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts, foodies, and arcade aficionados - Dave and Buster's! Conveniently located in Braintree, Dave and Buster's offers an unrivaled experience that caters to a diverse range of interests. Whether you're looking for an amazing sports bar near you, a great restaurant, or simply seeking fun-filled family entertainment like their legendary arcade, D&B has it all! More Details
Inclusion is Good for All of Us
Being a part of Autism Welcoming has profoundly transformed our business and staff. It has deepened our understanding, enriched our interactions, and created a more inclusive and compassionate environment for everyone. It's not just about meeting a need; it's about embracing a community and enhancing the quality of service for all customers. The rewards of this certification are immense, from improved staff morale to a more loyal and diverse customer base.
I visited a Dave & Buster's with an Autism Welcoming sign proudly displayed out front. I had my doubts because Dave & Buster's is loud with flashing lights, but I took a chance with my two autistic children. Dave & Buster’s took such great care of us throughout our entire visit. My children beg to go back!
Becoming an Autism Welcoming business has promoted awareness and use of our recreation facilities. Many things that we provide the community, like hiking trails and picnic areas, are already sensory-friendly. With training and support from the Autism Alliance, we have been able to design simple accommodations for our other, more structured, activities to be accessible to even more people. Our team is very proud of this partnership, and we encourage other businesses to join us in becoming certified.
