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        Hundreds visit Not So Spooky Haunted House

        Published On: Oct 31 2011 04:05:47 PM EDT
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        Not So Spooky Haunted House

        For a kid on Halloween, a haunted house means a few good scares, the possibility of candy and interacting with friends. 

        But a child with special needs sees Halloween and haunted houses in a different way. The narrow paths of a spooky labyrinth aren't very conducive to someone maneuvering in a wheelchair. And strobe lights, to a child who suffers seizures, can be dangerous. 

        One South Florida pediatric therapy center is changing how kids with physical disabilities, autism and special needs can enjoy Halloween. 

        On Saturday, B & V Thera-Pro Associates hosted its second annual Not So Spooky Haunted House at 1429 SW 120th St. in southwest Miami-Dade. 

        According to owner Vivian del Riesgo, about 300 people showed up, braving the rain, to attend the event.  

        "We are providing a good service and one that I am very proud of. I want to thank all of my therapists and staff for putting together a phenomenal event," del Riesgo said.  

        Del Riesgo said there were sensory activities for kids to dig through buckets of "spooky" items and candy, and the entire walkway was wheelchair accessible.

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