Adaptive, Sensory Friendly, Accessible Places and Resources in Metro Detroit & Surrounding Areas If you’re looking for ideas for special needs, The Biggest Guide lists resources such as camps, special education, fun activities and things to do, inclusive and boundless playgrounds, as well as special programs in Metro Detroit and surrounding areas,Check out The Biggest Guide to Special Needs: Summer…
We Rock the Spectrum in Novi provides a safe, inclusive space where kids of all abilities can play, learn, and grow. With sensory-friendly equipment, specialized programs, and stress-free party packages, this gym is a go-to destination for families in Metro Detroit.
Scarlet’s Playground in Commerce Township is a state-of-the-art play area designed for children of all abilities. This inclusive playground features a variety of equipment, from wheelchair-accessible swings to sensory play elements, ensuring every child can join in the fun. Highlights include towering slides, climbing structures, and a splash pad. Located within Dodge Park V, the playground is surrounded by scenic walking paths and picnic areas, making it a perfect spot for family outings. Clean restrooms, shaded seating, and safety-focused design add to its appeal.
Maple Beach Playground at Kensington Metropark is a haven for adventure-seeking kids. With state-of-the-art play structures, exciting slides, and interactive features, it’s a paradise for young explorers. Surrounded by the park’s natural beauty, families can enjoy hours of outdoor fun while creating unforgettable memories. Whether climbing, sliding, or swinging, there’s something for every child to enjoy at Maple Beach Playground.
AMPed Education’s goal is to help the kids of today become the bridge-builders and world-changers of tomorrow. With programming for toddlers all the way through adults, they know that learning never has to stop. Founded by a special education teacher and her husband, AMPed Education was born when it became clear that the resources Anne Marie wished were available to…
Brought to you by Early Autism Services in Sterling Heights. When waiting for the autism diagnosis, all parents experience varying amounts of emotions. The wait time for a disnosis can vary greatly, while some parents may only wait for one month, others may experience a wait time of two years or more. These wait times can be frustrating, because you…
Gallup Park in Ann Arbor is one of the most popular recreation locations in the area. The park spans 69 acres around Geddes Pond.
Written by: Jesse Reiter, a Michigan Birth Injury attorney based in Bloomfield Hills. There are many activities for children with disabilities in the state of Michigan. Some activities are age-specific or disability-specific and some are inclusive. Below are a few of our favorites. Adaptive Sports Adaptive sports, also sometimes referred to as disabled sports or para sports, are competitive sports for…
Make playtime challenging, stimulating and fun at Play-x-scape on Orchard Lake Road in Farmington! Play-x-scape23325 Orchard Lake RdFarmington, MI 48335248-987-2331 Play-x-scape recently opened in July of 2022 and metro Detroit parents have found a place where their kids want to stay! The indoor play space utilizes the purposeful playtime model to engage the child’s senses while fostering language development and…
“Sensory Santa’s”, sometimes referred to as “Silent Santa’s” give children of all spectrums of special needs the opportuity to visit Santa in a quiet and welcoming, sensory-friendly environment. All families with children with autisim and other special needs can enjoy the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa, in a more subdued and calm environment at these Metro Detroit Sensory Santa Locations.
