The University of Illinois chapter of the Alpha Pi Sigma Sorority, Incorporated will donate a point-and-play banner to Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation (CUSR) in a ceremony at Eisner Park at 1301 W Church on September 26 at 4:30pm.
Alpha Pi Sigma Sorority, Incorporated is a Latina-based sorority rooted in philanthropy and service. The University of Illinois chapter is passionate about autism advocacy, and the point-and-play banner donation represents its dedication to the cause.
Point-and-play banners are accessibility tools that display core vocabulary and numbers to assist children with autism in communicating with their peers. Children can point to a graphic on the banner to convey their thoughts and feelings.
CUSR and Champaign Park District will hang the banner in Eisner Park, which features a fully accessible playground compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
“The point-and-play banner will contribute to the overall accessibility of Eisner Park,” said Christina Mott, CUSR Program Manager. “Children with autism deserve to engage in rich and meaningful play with their peers, and this banner will offer more resources to foster communication.”
This event is free and open to the public. Parking is available at Hays Recreation Center adjacent to the Eisner Park.
To learn more about Eisner Park, visit https://champaignparks.org/places/eisner-park/
