This survey is designed to understand how individuals who think differently—including their friends, family members and caretakers—feel about living in and around the Bedford area. Throughout the survey, we use the word neurodiverse to include members of our community who are on the autism spectrum, or whose mind or functions diverge from dominant social norms, standards and expectations. This may include differences in social interactions, ways of learning, ways of communicating and/or ways of perceiving the environment.  Thank you for sharing your insights. 
 

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* 1. I feel that the Town of Bedford is welcoming of neurodivergent individuals.

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* 2. There are many recreational activities and friendly & safe locations available for families, friends and caretakers of neurodiverse individuals. 

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* 3. Please list any/all community places you feel comfortable going.

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* 4. There are many local services for neurodiverse individuals in our community, and it is easy to access information.

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* 5. What services do you use and how did you find them? 

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* 6. Local businesses understand our family's needs and make us feel welcome. 

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* 7. I have seen improvement in awareness and sensitivity for individuals who look, behave and learn differently than other children and adults.

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* 8. People stare at me, my child or my family members when I walk down the street.

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* 9. Shopkeepers are noticeably uncomfortable when they encounter a neuordiverse individual. 

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* 10. I feel my community at large understands the challenges faced by neuordiverse friends, families and individuals. 

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* 11. What are some of your biggest struggles when out in the community with your neurodivergent child, friend or family member?

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* 12. Do you have a positive story to share about our community's interactions with you, your child or your family member? 

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* 13. Do you have a negative experience you would like to share? 

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* 14. What services or resources are needed to improve quality of life for neurodiverse people in our community?

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* 15. What kind of training would members of the community benefit from to better understand neurodiversity.

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* 16. Who should be included when considering sensitivity and awareness training: Law enforcement. Fire Department. First responders. Shop owners. Recreational professionals. Other?  Please list all suggestions.

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* 17. What role could the Town play in offering training and/or other neurodiverse-friendly initiatives?

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* 18. I would like to be contacted to discuss in more detail my thoughts and feelings about town initiatives for neurodiverse individuals. 

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* 19. Contact information

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* 20. Please provide details about where you live.

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* 21. For Bedford Residents Only.  Please note how long you have lived in Bedford.

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* 22. Please share your association with Neurodiversity.

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* 23. Please note your age by group.

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* 24. Please share any other feedback.

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