Bring Your Cape: Cherry Hill Mall hosts Superhero Saturday with Centria Autism Services to make this special day and inclusive for all families
Bring Your Cape: Cherry Hill Mall hosts Superhero Saturday with Centria Autism Services to make this special day and inclusive for all families
Media Contacts:
Lisa Wolstromer, Senior Marketing Director, Cherry Hill Mall, 609-405-2073
Matt Blouin, Marketing Director, Centria Healthcare, 810-844-1494
Cherry Hill, NJ (April 17, 2018)— In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Cherry Hill Mall is proud to announce its new partnership with Centria Autism Services, the nation’s leading and fastest-growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism. The two organizations will work together throughout the year to present multiple sensory-friendly events for families of all abilities, including those with autism.
The partnership will kick off with Superhero Saturday, which will take place in Cherry Hill Mall’s Grand Court on April 28, 2018, from 12pm-3pm, 2000 NJ-38, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002During the event, kids will be able to test their superpowers at a Superhero Training Station, make their own superhero masks, solve puzzles, play games, and meet a few of their favorite superheroes in person. Superhero Saturday is designed to recognize and honor all the heroes who walk – or fly – among us. Cherry Hill Mayor has officially proclaimed April 28th as Superhero Day in Cherry Hill Township and urges all citizens to join us in supporting and acknowledging the dedication and contributions superheroes make every day.
To accommodate children with autism and other special needs, Centria Autism will be sponsoring a “Centria Sensory Room” at the event. This room is designed to serve as a quiet space for children who would like to take a break from the louder and more crowded activities of the day. Calming and sensory-friendly toys and activities will be available in the Centria Sensory Room, and the lights will be dimmed.
“We created the Centria Sensory Room for families with children on the autism spectrum so that they can come and enjoy the event without having to feel overwhelmed,” said Matt Blouin, Sales and Marketing Director at Centria Healthcare. “We also want to focus on how we as a community can come together to create a sense of inclusion and awareness surrounding autism.”
“Who doesn’t daydream about having X-ray vision, being able to fly or tapping into a super-human strength?” said Lisa Wolstromer, Senior Marketing Director. “We’re dedicating an entire day to exploring what it means to be a superhero. “We’ve planned a series of super-fun events and activities for kids to test their superpowers, make a craft, meet their favorite heroes and more. We are very excited to partner with Centria Autism Services to create a family, friendly event inclusive for all families to enjoy.”
The event, which is free and open to the public and to the media, is sponsored by Centria Autism Services but requires reservationshttps://chmsuperheroday.
Activities include:
- Meet Wonder woman, Batman, and Spiderman
- Create Your Secret Identity – Make a Superhero Mask
- Superhero Training Station
- Superhero Train the Brain Station
- Real Life Heroes Celebration
- Be a Hero- Alex Lemonade Stand
- Superhero themed prizes/giveaways for the kids – while supplies last
- A caricature artist will render guests as their favorite AVENGER.
- Music hosted by DJ’s Available
- Alex’s Lemonade Stand hosted by students from Haddon Heights High School Garnet and Gold Society
Cherry Hill Police and Fire Departments will be on hand with a fire truck, police cruiser, ambulance, and emergency response team members who fight fires, protect the community and save lives on a daily basis. Kids will have the chance to ask questions and to connect with the people and vehicles that help keep our community a safe place to live.
About Cherry Hill Mall and PREIT
PREIT (NYSE:PEI) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that owns and manages MALL and other quality properties in compelling markets. PREIT’s 23 million square feet of carefully curated retail and lifestyle offerings mixed with destination dining and entertainment experiences are located primarily in the eastern U.S. with concentrations in the mid-Atlantic’s top MSAs. Since 2012, the company has driven a transformation guided by an emphasis on portfolio quality and balance sheet strength driven by disciplined capital expenditures. Additional information is available at www.preit.com or on Twitter or LinkedIn.
About Centria Healthcare
Centria Healthcare is the leading provider of ABA therapy for children with autism in New Jersey and across the United States. This individualized, child-centered form of therapy takes place in a one-on-one setting and is regarded in scientific communities as the single most effective form of therapy for children with autism. ABA can help improve numerous skills, such as communication, motor skills, behavioral skills, independent living skills, and more. For more information please visit www.centriaautism.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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