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Originally Posted by asianthree

So our youngest is a Behavior Physiologist specifically high functioning autistic children, under age 8.

He also spearheaded after hours program for teens and young adults to slowly adjust them to navigate grocery and shopping. Two days a week their Walmart had 2 hours with low lights, no music, or electronics.

This was a college town with one of the top 3 autistic programs. No one seemed to mind the change in the store, some enjoyed the more quiet peaceful atmosphere. All hands on deck from the college, with their students, along with some parents, and family.

He said it was such a great honor, that Walmart recognized they could help further a better lifestyle for such a special group of people.

This program was started in early 2001, and continues with very little deviation today. So nothing new with this concept, but most have never lived in such a concentrated, community, with autistic multi age groups.

Thanks for the clarification. When I saw the news article and posted , I wasn't thinking of the autistic community or their families. My first response was simply "here we go again" with some inane cause such as global warming or free speech zones. But you are spot on with the assessment that lower stimulation is better for the autistic---my apologies. I wish the news snippet would have given the reason for these special hours.