Kids & Family
Families With Autistic Children Enjoy 'Calm' Halloween Party In Sunnyvale
"Autism families can have a very hard time on Halloween," said Jill Escher, a board member of the S.F. Autism Society.
October 31, 2022
On Halloween night, kids of all ages will be hitting the streets, looking for thrills, chills and, of course, a lot of candy. But, for children with autism, all the excitement can be too much so, on Sunday, autism families got a chance to celebrate in a much calmer setting.
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Loud noises and flashing lights may be fun for many but sensations are magnified by autism, making it downright terrifying for some.
"Autism families can have a very hard time on Halloween," said Jill Escher, a board member of the S.F. Autism Society. She should know, her 16-year-old daughter Sophie is autistic.
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