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Principles of effective sensory rooms

Adaptable

An environment that facilitates discovery, exploration and enjoyment of different sensory experiences, and in which sensory input can be easily scaled, changed, increased or decreased depending on the user’s needs.
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Engaging

Sensory stimulation is captivating, meaningful, enjoyable and varied.
Individualised

Individualised

A space where the sensory input can be easily adapted and scaled to assist users to adapt to varying levels of sensory input, depending on their needs, preferences and goals for regulation.
Accessible

Accessible

An environment in which users of all physical and cognitive levels can exercise choice and control over the sensory environment.
Contextual

Contextual

A space that facilitates comprehension of one’s surroundings and oneself, and provides valuable information to the person and those who work with them, as to what supports regulation, both in and out of the sensory room.