Storyland’s General Manager Eric Dziedzic says “Lake Compounce has fostered strong relationships with leaders in the Autism Community, and we have seen what a positive difference this commitment has made to the families who visit.” He continues, “It’s no surprise that they received such an accolade, and we hope to do the same in our park.” Lauren Joyce of Autism Speaks comments “When we were asked what businesses in Connecticut have helped support our mission and our families, Lake Compounce came to mind right away. We are so pleased they are being honored in this way.”
LAKE COMPOUNCE IS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR FOR AUTISM DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL
The park also hosts an annual Autism Day, and this year it will be held on Sunday, June 24th. Those interested are asked to contact their local Autism Speaks branch for more information.
Lake Compounce Theme Park, located in Bristol and Southington, CT, has been chosen as the “Business of the Year” for Autism Day at the State Capitol, by State Representative Catherine Abercrombie, her staff, and the advocates for Autism. on Autism Day, April 4th at the Capitol.
This year’s Autism Boot Camp will take place on April 7th at the park for the 2012 managers and team leaders. Sister parks like Storyland in Glen
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Lake Compounce has prided themselves on working closely with the non-profit Autism Speaks, to train their employees on how to recognize and assist families dealing with Autism in the park. “Each year our managers attend an Autism Boot Camp led by an Autism Speaks representative, where they learn understanding and compassion” says the park’s General Manager Jerry Brick. “The program is always well received, and our team members consistently comment on how beneficial the training is.”
Lake Compounce, part of the Palace Entertainment family of parks, is New England’s Family Theme Park and the oldest continuously operating amusement park in North America
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