A new sensory wing has officially opened to enhance therapeutic experiences for people with disabilities.
Worcester Snoezelen celebrated the launch of the space at its Worcester centre with families, volunteers, and partners.
The charity provides specialist sensory experiences that help hundreds of individuals and families across Worcestershire explore, learn new skills, relax and build confidence in a calm, supportive setting.
Jane Roberts-Wilkes, chief officer of Worcester Snoezelen, said: “We are delighted to finally be opening our new sensory wing.
“It is with extreme pride we are able to offer this to the community.
“Our families tell us this is one of the only places they can enjoy together in a safe and welcoming environment.
“We’d like to say a huge thank you to Worcestershire County Council for their support which allowed us to open a new nature-themed sensory room at the centre, featuring a heated waterbed, frosted sensory column and comfy beanbags.
“This is used and loved by so many of our visitors.
“The waterbed is especially nice for wheelchair users as the warmth of the bed helps to relax muscles and unwind and take in the sensory environment.”
Michelle Tyreman, Worcester Snoezelen, guest Simon, and Councillor Satinder Bell (Image: Worcestershire County Council)
The expansion was made possible through funding from Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Community Grant programme.
Councillor Satinder Bell, cabinet member with responsibility for health and wellbeing at Worcestershire County Council, said: “It was wonderful to attend to opening of Worcester Snoezelen’s newly expanded sensory wing.
“It was an excellent turn out with families, organisations and volunteers all coming together to celebrate the great work that Snoezelen do.
“It’s clear how invested and passionate everyone who works here is.
“We are delighted to support the development of the new sensory room and hope it will be well used for many years to come.”
