SENSORY ROOMS

Sensory therapy has become very positive for adults and children of all ages since the 60’s, whether suffering from a condition or not. However, traditionally sensory rooms were designed for “relaxation and de-escalation” of those with autism, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or any other special need condition that could result in a person feeling overwhelmed or in need of a safe space to return to a state of calm.

They are still used for this today but with advances in technology the multi sensory rooms can do so much more. Not only calming rooms, we now have interactive, dark, bedrooms, soft play, and immersive sensory rooms.

In more recent developments, sensory therapy has been known to treat other conditions including Alzheimers, Autism, Brain injuries, Chronic pain and other forms of dementia.

Sensory stimulation can help a persons mood, self esteem and over all wellbeing. Additionally, by focusing on a specific item or feeling, the stimulation can encourage memories and responses.