Welcome to the Moms Panel, Kathya! Indeed, Walt Disney World Resort strives to accommodate the needs of
all their Guests, including those with
Cognitive Disabilities.
The place
Where Dreams Come True is, by far, one of the most accessible vacation destinations that you can possibly visit. Please stop by Guest Relations to obtain a Disability Access Service Card (DAS) for your son. Take a peek at the
Disney Parks Disability Access Service Card Fact Sheet. DAS are issued to Guests with a wide variety of special needs, including those with
Cognitive Disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Do be sure to check the very useful guide of
Attraction Details for Guests with Cognitive Disabilities - Walt Disney World® Resort prior to visiting. Also, please keep in mind you may use DAS in conjunction with FastPass+ and Rider Switch too.
If your son needs a break from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks, consider the following. At Magic Kingdom Park take a ride to Tom Sawyer Island. At Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park ride the Wildlife Express Train to Rafiki's Planet Watch. At Disney's Hollywood Studios stop by the tables and chairs area near Echo Lake. Epcot has several open spaces and water fountains that can help anyone refocus.
I hope this information was helpful, Kathya. Please write back with more questions as you continue to plan your visit to Walt Disney World Resort!
Ritzy ºOº