CHICAGO – The United Center announced today that it has become the first sports and entertainment venue in Chicago to be certified as sensory inclusive in partnership with KultureCity, a leading non-profit revolutionizing and pushing change in the community to aid those with sensory needs. According to STAR Institute – a leading treatment center for individuals with sensory processing disorder – one in six people experience sensory symptoms that affect their everyday life. The building will now better serve these individuals, including children and adults with autism, dementia, PTSD and other similar conditions, during its events.
United Center staff has been trained by leading medical professionals on recognizing guests with sensory needs and how to properly handle a sensory overload situation.