CHADRON, Neb. -- During Chadron State's basketball games against MSU-Denver on Friday, accommodations will be made to make the environment sensory friendly for the first Neurodiversity Awareness games.
 
This event is designed to be inclusive and accommodating for individuals who may face sensory challenges, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the excitement of a college basketball game in a comfortable environment. By attending, you'll not only have a great time but also show your solidarity with families who often struggle to find suitable recreational activities for their loved ones. 

Neurodiversity is often used in the context of autism spectrum disorder, as well as other neurological and developmental conditions such as ADHD or learning disabilities. One way it manifests itself is a sensitivity to loud or sudden noises, bright or flashing lights, and other intense sensory outputs.
 
The game will feature noise reduction, elimination of in-game flashing videos on the scoreboard, ribbon board or media tables and dimming of arena lighting, all in an effort to create a more sensory-friendly atmosphere. Additionally, there will be a sensory safe room located in the Chicoine office Nauslar room-which is reserved for spectrum guests and others with special needs and their families-where they can also watch the game on monitors.
 
Throughout the course of the game, there will also be education for the general public through public address reads and videos as well as tables set up for education and resources available. 

Special group rates are available for spectrum guests and others with special needs and their families. Tickets can be purchased in advance by clicking the corresponding link https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=vlZxW3lSSUGt7UfMr66jINodWsxo3h1Jh5y35H56Zr5UNjVTMDlEN09OU1FONk5CQU43UDVUUUQ3Ui4u