09/27/2026
Play Street Testimonial Time! Meet Soren!
Soren is a Eureka boy with the most amazing smile. He is turning 4 this October and he comes to visit Play Street on the regular.
Here is what Soren's mom has to say about his experiences at Play Street:
"Play Street has been such a positive influence on Soren's life. The interactive projector provides meaningful ways for him to participate in play. As a deaf child with significant physical disabilities, he is not able to interact with most traditional toys or playground activities in the same way other children can. The interactive projector at Play Street brings games to him and gives him a way to be an active participant in play, rather than simply watching from the sidelines. One of my favorite things to watch is Soren lifting and moving his head from side to side to activate the games. he has figured out that his movements can make something happen, and seeing that realization on his face is incredible. He is learning that he can make choices, cause something to happen, and have an effect on the world around him. That sense of independence and control is something he doesn't often get during play. This is what inclusion means. it is not just about making sure Soren can be in the same space as everyone else. It is about creating opportunities for him to participate, make choices, explore, and experience the joy of playing alongside other children in a way that works for him. For a child who faces so many physical barriers every day, something as simple as being able to move his head and make a game respond to him can be a really big deal. As his mom, getting to watch him discover, "I did that," is something I will never take for granted. This is why accessible, inclusive spaces matter so much Every child deserves the chance to play, not just be present while everyone else plays."🧡
