Dover Downs Hotel & Casino and Dover International Speedway to "Light It Up Blue" for Autism Awareness Month
Summary
Autism is a summary term for a group of brain development disorders, characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.On the global front, Autism Speaks has established partnerships in more than 70 countries on five continents to foster international research, services and awareness.The hotel, Delaware’s largest with 500 rooms, has been serving thousands of guests per year since it opened in 2002.Autism is a summary term for a group of brain development disorders, characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest statistics show that 1 in 68 U.S. children have autism.Dover International Speedway has had a long relationship with autism awareness.The package provides a sensory-friendly environment to watch the race, and also features pre-race appearances by NASCAR drivers and personalities, seating in air-conditioned grandstands, presentations by educational speakers, food and beverage options, as well as a quiet zone, with muted lighting and sound, allowing attendees to take a break from the race and crowds when necessary.Dover Downs Hotel & Casino and Dover International Speedway proudly partner with Autism Delaware’s Productive Opportunities for Work and Recreation Program, which provides employment opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum.