Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the benefits of sensory rooms?
Promotes a positive and inclusive environment and provide a safe space for individuals who need a place to self-regulate without judgement. Research shows sensory rooms:
· Improve a persons emotional state
· Decrease levels of anxiety, distress, agitation and aggression, and physiological stress and pain
· Increased self-esteem and confidence
· Help to increase focus and working memory
· Aide in self-regulation and promote more positive behaviors
· Decrease self-injurious behaviors
· Increase in communication skills
Who would benefit from a space? All people and families benefit from inclusive environments. However the rooms are designed for people with sensory processing disorder, anxiety, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and more