SensoryCPL: Chicago Public Library accessibility app

Infiniteach, the developer of accessibility apps for Chicago Children's Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum, has announced the (soft) launch of SensoryCPL, the Thomas Hughes Children’s Library app to support individuals with autism and their families!

Co-founder and CEO Katie Hench said the goal in launching this free app (iTunes | Play) is to help families feel welcomed and supported anytime they visit the library. The app includes text and video social narratives, a customizable visual schedule, an emotions chart, and more. It can be used as a pre-visit planning tool or as a resource to help during a visit.

If you have a few minutes, Katie would love to hear your feedback and ideas for the app as it continues to grow and change.

• Which features do you think are most helpful for families?
• What other features could we add to support families?
• What else do you offer at your library that individuals with autism really enjoy / appreciate?

Katie thanks you in advance for any feedback. And she thanks you for all you are doing to support the autism community at your libraries!