Is Ann Arbor Autism-Friendly? What One Family Loved and Where They Went

In Ann Arbor, families seeking autism-friendly travel can find welcoming experiences for a range of ages and abilities.

We partnered with Kayla Squier of Dream Jar Travels (@dreamjartravels), who focuses on autism-friendly, inclusive, and accessible travel, and invited her family to visit. Kayla shares what their trip was really like, plus tips for exploring Ann Arbor with autistic children and where to find autism-friendly experiences.

Kayla’s Ann Arbor Highlights for Autism and Sensory-Friendly Fun

Here are the autism-friendly attractions her family enjoyed most.

Here's a glance at the family's visit to We Rock the Spectrum, a sensory friendly, inclusive kids gym. 

Check out what Kayla had to say about sensory-friendly experiences around Ann Arbor.

Want to know more about this Ann Arbor family visit? Visit Dream Jar Travels instagram (@Dreamjartravels) or blog to learn more. 

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Watch the post-visit interview and hear more directly from Kayla:

About the Creator

Kayla Squier is a mom of two, a neurodivergent traveler, and accessibility advocate who has turned her family journeys into a mission to help other families feel more confident, more prepared, and more empowered to explore the world together. As a mom raising two autistic children and navigating her own hidden disabilities, Kayla knows the joys and challenges of family travel inside and out.