Hope Is Where the Heart Is
Awetism Answers wants to spread our message of hope and compassion. We believe that a single action can make a difference in the community, and that collective action can greatly impact the world. Through advocacy and outreach activities, our team works tirelessly each day to contribute their part to the greater good.
Who We Are
Awetism Answers is a community organization located in Peoria, Illinois. We are sensory friendly event planners bringing individualized activities that include everyone. We offer sensory friendly haircuts. We offer support to families needing sensory items or materials. We also offer babysitting services to give caregivers some rest and relaxation.
The more you know
Why is a sensory friendly environment important?
A calm relaxing environment makes it easier to process the sensory input and relate better to their surroundings.
Bright lights can be disorienting, dimmed lights are soothing.
Loud noises are often alarming and intense, soft music is calming.
Unorganized spaces are overwhelming, structured spaces are predictable.
Strong scents or tastes can have a different sensory response.
The positive side
Traits we love
Honesty
Not tied to social expectations
Terrific memories
Showing unconditional love
Have their own unique personality
Facts about autism
Did you know?
Autism affects 1 in 68 children and 1 in 42 boys
Autism costs a family nearly $60,000
There is no medical detection or cure for autism
Boys are nearly 5 times more likely than girls to have autism
Autism is one of the fastest growing developmental disorders in the U.S.
Dr. Colin Zimbleman
“Autism…offers a chance for us to glimpse an awe-filled vision of the world that might otherwise pass us by”
