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Visit Myrtle Beach Announces New Sensory-Friendly Children's Book and Expands Autism-Friendly Initiatives

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Lunedì, Aprile 29, 2024
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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Visit Myrtle Beach has announced the upcoming availability of their new children's book, titled "Splish, Splash, Squawk! Finding Joy in a Sensory-Friendly Vacation." In partnership with author and illustrator Lynda Farrington Wilson, the book is designed to inspire families with children on the autism spectrum to explore the joys of traveling together. Through a captivating fictional narrative, the story illustrates the wonders of family vacations while addressing the challenges of adapting to new surroundings and experiences.

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  • MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Visit Myrtle Beach has announced the upcoming availability of their new children's book, titled "Splish, Splash, Squawk!
  • "At Visit Myrtle Beach, we believe that The Beach is for everybody and are continuously striving to enhance our destination, making it welcoming and inclusive for people of all abilities," said Karen Riordan, President and CEO of Visit Myrtle Beach.
  • In addition to the book, Visit Myrtle Beach has released a trailer for their new television series " Traveling the Spectrum ."
  • Visit Myrtle Beach and the communities along the region's 60 miles of coastline have been committed to creating an autism- and sensory-friendly destination since 2016.

Project Lifesaver International Selects Clairvoyant Networks, Inc. Theora Connect™ to Quickly Locate and Rescue Individuals with Cognitive Issues Who Wander

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Mercoledì, Agosto 31, 2022
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PORT ST LUCIE, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Project Lifesaver International announced at their annual conference the addition of the Theora Connect wearable to their tracking technology solutions. For over 23 years, Project Lifesaver has been bringing loved ones home through their innovative program designed to protect, and when necessary, quickly locate individuals with cognitive disorders who are prone to the life-threatening behavior of wandering. The addition of GPS locating technology will enable Project Lifesaver's agencies to more quickly locate wanderers and potentially avoid the time and cost of a full search and rescue.

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  • The addition of GPS locating technology will enable Project Lifesaver's agencies to more quickly locate wanderers and potentially avoid the time and cost of a full search and rescue.
  • "The Theora Connect was the first one that can provide the reliable location and connectivity that our program demands.
  • "We are pleased to provide a pre-certified, reliable wearable for Project Lifesaver that is heads and shoulders above non-certified devices."
  • 2022 Clairvoyant Networks, Inc. Theora, Theora Connect, Theora Link, and Clairvoyant Connect are trademarks or registered trademarks of Clairvoyant Networks, Inc. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

Visit Myrtle Beach Expands Autism- and Sensory-Friendly Efforts with Launch of New Programs

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Martedì, Aprile 5, 2022
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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Myrtle Beach and the communities along the 60 miles of coastline have been committed to creating an autism- and sensory-friendly destination since 2016. This year, Visit Myrtle Beach is making travel to The Beach even more accessible with the launch of several new initiatives. The expanded efforts include a children's book, an advisory panel led by experts as well as those with direct experience, and a sensory-friendly pledge for local businesses.

Key Points: 
  • This year, Visit Myrtle Beach is making travel to The Beach even more accessible with the launch of several new initiatives.
  • "In Myrtle Beach, we believe everyone belongs at The Beach and we mean every body, every ability, every family, everyone.
  • The Beach is for everyBODY: Sensory-Friendly Pledge
    In partnership with CAN and TravelAbility , Visit Myrtle Beach has launched a sensory-friendly pledge for local businesses.
  • CAN Cards are free for autism families and are available at Visit Myrtle Beach's two visitors centers, located in Myrtle Beach International Airport and 1200 North Oak Street in Myrtle Beach.