CUCC now offers members and guests the option to wear sunflower lanyards if they wish to self-identify as having a hidden disability.
Hidden disabilities are just what they sound like: disabilities, differences and special needs that are hidden from plain sight. The program is inspired by the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative used in many public spaces worldwide.
Wearing a lanyard is completely optional; please return the lanyard to the basket after worship.
The lanyard signals that someone may appreciate extra patience, understanding, or assistance.
When you see someone wearing a sunflower lanyard:
Do
Offer patience and kindness.
Respect the person’s independence and choices.
Don’t
Ask someone to explain their disability.
Draw unnecessary attention to the lanyard.
Assume what help they need.
Thank you for helping CUCC remain a welcoming and inclusive community for all. If you would like to be part of our work to become ever-more Accessible to All, talk with Alice Davis or Robert Parrish of our A2A working group (contact info in Breeze or via office.cucc@gmail.com).