Staten Island Zoo Gets A Quiet Space

As an animal-lover, every trip to the zoo can be an overwhelming experience. At the first roar of a lion, one can be overcome by the energy. But being...
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via SILive.com: The Staten Island Zoo in West Brighton has partnered with KultureCity, a non-profit centered on accessibility and acceptance, to become a certified sensory-inclusive venue. (Photo courtesy of Staten Island Zoo)

As an animal-lover, every trip to the zoo can be an overwhelming experience. At the first roar of a lion, one can be overcome by the energy. But being overwhelmed by the experience does not mean the same thing for everyone. For some it can be downright challenging.

For individuals with special sensory needs – such as ptsd, autism, dimentia, stroke – an enjoyable day at the zoo has just become a bit more accessible. The Staten Island Zoo has just earned their sensory-inclusive certification from KultureCity.com. What does this mean?

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To know that you soon will be able to see families attend the Zoo, a true community-binding experience, with their loved ones who have a sensory challenge and who were not able to previously attend, is truly a heartwarming moment,” 

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