Official destination organization, Visit Anaheim, has announced that it has become a Certified Autism Center (CAC), a designation
granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education
Standards (IBCCES),
jumpstarting a city-wide accessibility initiative.
This credential is earned by organizations whose staff have
completed specialized training and a certification process to better understand
and assist autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors and their families when
visiting the Anaheim area.
"Visit Anaheim’s designation as a Certified
Autism Center signifies our commitment to inclusivity and
accessibility," said Christina Dawson, Senior Vice President of Operations
at Visit Anaheim. “It’s not just about what our city offers; it’s about
ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can experience the magic
of our vibrant destination.”
Visit Anaheim’s completion of the CAC program is the first
step in making Anaheim the next Certified Autism Destination (CAD), which means
visitors have multiple trained and certified options to choose from when in the
area, including entertainment, recreation and hospitality options.
Partnering with IBCCES, Visit Anaheim will involve key
tourism, hospitality and recreation organizations in the community to complete
autism training and certification, helping earn the community designation to
attract new visitors to the area and better serve its residents.
“IBCCES is proud to present Visit Anaheim with the Certified
Autism Center designation, signifying their ongoing commitment to creating a
warm welcome for every person that visits their city,” said Myron Pincomb,
IBCCES board chairman. “We’re excited to continue working with the city on
their continued inclusivity initiative to become a Certified Autism Destination
and further expand their accessibility offerings.”
For more than 20 years, IBCCES has been a leader in
cognitive disorder training and certification for healthcare, education, and
corporate professionals around the globe. Their programs include evidence-based
content as well as the perspectives of autistic individuals, alongside other
resources, ongoing support, and renewal requirements to ensure there is
continued learning and a lasting impact.
IBCCES also manages AutismTravel.com, a free online resource
for families that lists certified destinations and resources to plan their
leisure experiences. Each destination listed on the site has met the Certified
Autism Center (CAC) requirements.
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