Alex the Autism Delaware Bear to visit Sussex YMCA April 20

The YMCA of Delaware, in partnership with Autism Delaware, will hold a statewide Autism Awareness Tour featuring Alex the Autism Delaware Bear visiting various sites throughout April.

Alex’s month-long trek will include a stop from 1 to  4 p.m., Monday, April 20, at the Sussex Family YMCA, 20080 Church St., Rehoboth Beach.

Now in its fifth year, the tour focuses on welcoming those with autism into every aspect of the community, from sports and recreation to summer camp and the arts.

“The YMCA of Delaware is committed to strengthening the health and well-being of every individual we serve,” said Jarrett Royster, YMCA of Delaware president and CEO. “The Acceptance and Inclusion Tour is more than an event; it’s a reflection of who we are. It brings people together, celebrates the strength found in our differences, and reminds us that at the Y, everyone belongs and everyone matters.”

“With April being Autism Acceptance and Inclusion Month in Delaware, it is a wonderful time to shine a light on services like ours,” said Dan Getman, Autism Delaware director of development. “We at Autism Delaware can’t raise awareness in the community alone, though. It takes partnerships like this one with the YMCA to reach more families who might benefit from working with us. We encourage everyone in Delaware to join Autism Delaware and the YMCA in our efforts to make our state a more inclusive place for those on the spectrum.”