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Combining a wide range of multi-sensory products with expertise accumulated over many years, Causeway Sensory’s knowledgeable team design and implement truly immerse experiences that pave the way for enhanced learning for all age groups.

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Welcome to Causeway Sensory

We specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of calming, interactive Sensory Environments. We’re on a mission to enhance and transform public spaces, making them more accessible & inclusive for all, by centring everything we do around life & learning.

Benefits of Sensory Rooms

Sensory rooms provide a controlled environment that promotes relaxation, focus, and sensory regulation. They are particularly beneficial for individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism, and cognitive impairments, offering a safe space to explore different sensory experiences.

These rooms can reduce anxiety, enhance learning, and improve emotional well-being by stimulating or calming the senses as needed. Sensory rooms also encourage social interaction, motor skill development, and cognitive growth, making them an invaluable tool in therapeutic, educational, and clinical settings.

  • Tailored Sensory Stimulation
  • Stress Reduction & Relaxation
  • Enhanced Focus & Attention
  • Improved Emotional Regulation
  • Social Interaction Opportunities
  • Cognitive Development
Healthcare
Healthcare

Sensory spaces are becoming increasingly recognized for their transformative impact on healthcare environments.

Hospitals are dedicated to providing specialized care for patients, but the hospital environment itself can often be overwhelming and intimidating for children and adults, particularly those with Autism, ADHD and other neurological conditions.

Airports
Airports

Airports are bustling hubs filled with unfamiliar sights, sounds, and activities that can be overwhelming for anyone.

However, for children with sensory sensitivities, such as those with autism, ADHD, or other neurological conditions, this environment can be particularly challenging. The constant stimuli can easily lead to sensory overload, turning what should be an exciting journey into a stressful experience.

Education
Education

Sensory rooms are beneficial in both mainstream education and special schools.

In both mainstream and special education settings, sensory rooms are instrumental in supporting diverse learners by addressing their sensory needs, enhancing emotional and behavioural regulation, and promoting a more inclusive and adaptive learning environment.

Sports & Recreation
Sports & Recreation

There’s growing Importance of multi-sensory rooms in sports and recreation facilities.

In the vibrant and high-energy environment of sports venues, the roar of the crowd and the excitement of live events create a thrilling experience. However, this sensory stimulation can be overwhelming for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

Retail & Shopping Centers
Retail & Shopping Centers

A sensory room in a shopping centre represents a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and supportive environment.

This initiative aligns with broader efforts to enhance comfort and accessibility for all visitors. By implementing our sensory solutions, shopping centres demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that the shopping experience is enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

Hotels & Hospitality
Hotels & Hospitality

Our sensory solutions are crafted to provide comfort and relaxation for all guests.

Our sensory solutions are especially suitable for those with Autism, Dementia, ADHD, SPD or other conditions that can make travel challenging. By integrating these specially designed spaces into your facility, you can offer an exceptional experience that caters to the diverse needs of your guests.

People We Work with

I have realised that patients with a learning disability find it very difficult to cope with an over-stimulating, busy environment such as Emergency Departments. Clionagh McElhinney Acute Liason Nurse for Adult Learning Disability
Christian’s experience in the Emergency Department in comparison to previous experience has been incredible as it helps keep him calm so that he can get tests and procedures carried out without causing stress and anxiety. This will help so many patients like Christian and their families, it will alleviate their anxiety and minimise stress of having to take their relative to ED Jeanette Mother of patient, Christian
Giving the appropriate care is now much easier for staff. It can be really difficult sometimes to be able to take blood, do procedures or even check the blood pressure of people with sensory difficulties. The room really relaxes individuals, it makes it so much easier to assist those patients, and it just makes everybody chill out. Colleen Hamilton Lead Nurse
A quiet, safe & secure space for the residents to go to get away from the hustle & bustle of what is a very noisy, and busy environment.” “It’s exceptional what’s happened in here.” “It offers them a real escape from the environment out there, which can be very, very noisy, and it can be very hectic at times. They can’t cope with that some of them; they really can’t! Patrick Robertson Day Care Worker The Valley Centre
The sensory room makes a big difference. I’ve found patients, when I’ve gone in to see how they are feeling, are so relaxed. Some of them have even fallen asleep. Marie Mullan Emergency Department Nurse

FAQ

  • A sensory room is a specially designed space that provides a variety of sensory experiences through visual, auditory, tactile, and olfactory stimuli. These rooms help individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism, and other developmental challenges to relax, engage, and explore their senses.
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Sensory rooms can benefit individuals of all ages, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and cognitive impairments. They are also useful for individuals seeking relaxation or stress relief.

Activities in a sensory room can include interactive play with tactile materials, visual stimulation with lights and colors, calming sounds, aromatherapy, and movement activities like swings or soft climbing structures. Each activity is designed to engage different senses.

Sensory rooms provide a safe and calming environment where individuals can escape overwhelming stimuli. The controlled sensory experiences can help reduce anxiety levels, promote relaxation, and enhance emotional regulation.

Yes, sensory rooms can be fully customised to meet the specific needs of individuals or groups. This includes selecting sensory equipment, colours, lighting, and themes that align with the intended purpose of the space.

While sensory rooms are often used in therapeutic settings, they can also be implemented in schools, hospitals, offices, and community spaces to promote well-being, relaxation, and sensory exploration for a broader audience.

Common equipment includes bubble tubes, fiber optic lights, weighted blankets, tactile panels, soft seating, swings, and sound systems. These items can provide various sensory experiences tailored to individual preferences.

Sensory rooms are utilised across various industries, including education, healthcare, therapy, hospitality, and corporate wellness. In each context, they serve to improve emotional well-being, enhance learning, and create supportive environments for individuals with sensory needs.

Sensory spaces come in various forms to meet different needs, including sensory rooms, modular solutions, portable solutions, and sensory hives. Sensory rooms are dedicated environments filled with sensory equipment, while modular solutions offer customizable components that can be adapted to different spaces. Portable solutions provide flexibility for on-the-go use, and sensory hives are mobile sensory environments that can be easily transported and set up in various locations. Each type is designed to enhance sensory experiences and cater to specific requirements.

Evaluating the effectiveness of a sensory room involves observing changes in behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement levels before and after using the space. Gathering feedback from users, caregivers, and educators can also provide valuable insights into the room’s impact.


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