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Introduction to Snoezelen ®<br />
The word Snoezelen ® derives from two Dutch words; Snuffelen<br />
(to seek out) and Doezelen (to relax). It was originated in Holland in<br />
the early 1980’s as a concept of recreation and relaxation for<br />
disabled adults leading to a landmark publication by Ad Verheul and<br />
Jan Hulsegge in 1987 referring to the “Snoezelen” approach.<br />
“... a sensitive, caring, non-directive approach in which the<br />
atmosphere of safety and security is encouraged. The enabler and<br />
client will share a common, positive emotional experience during<br />
the activity. There is no formal focus upon therapeutic outcome –<br />
rather the focus is to assist users to gain maximum pleasure from<br />
the activity that they and the enabler are involved in.”<br />
Louise Haggar<br />
Initially Snoezelen ® Multi Sensory rooms and products had no other<br />
purpose other than enjoyment, however over the past 30 years their<br />
use has extended to assist all ages and ability levels. Through<br />
detailed research by leading therapists and institutions all over the<br />
world Snoezelen ® has shown to have positive effects for individuals in<br />
regards to:<br />
Mental Illness<br />
Autism<br />
ADHD<br />
Chronic Pain<br />
Dementia<br />
Acquired Brain Impairment (ABI)<br />
Impaired Motor Ability<br />
Early Intervention and Early Years learning<br />
Special Education Needs<br />
Psychiatric Care<br />
“Snoezelen ® manipulates brain chemistry through the senses, to<br />
set the tone for motivation and functional attention…… It lowers<br />
the stress chemistry and increases the relaxation chemistry.<br />
The key is finding the right combination”<br />
Linda Messbauer<br />
Snoezelen ® environments are very similar to Multi Sensory<br />
Environments (MSE) and are alike in look and feel in many ways.<br />
However, only <strong>Rompa</strong> ® can provide a true Snoezelen ® environment.<br />
We believe that it is the use of the environment and the Snoezelen ®<br />
principle which is far more important than the products in it. For this<br />
reason we have developed 10 vitally important “rules” to provide<br />
Snoezelen ® exclusive to <strong>Rompa</strong> ® ’s way of working.<br />
Snoezelen ® needs to:<br />
Be safe, comfortable and respectful to users<br />
Promote enjoyment & motivation<br />
Facilitate calming or stimulation based on the user’s requirements<br />
Allow freedom from pressure to achieve<br />
Empower the user to make choices<br />
Promote a positive relationship between user and caregiver<br />
Aid the exploration of the sensory world<br />
Educate through motivation and sensory feedback<br />
Support planning, observation and recording to reinforce positive<br />
activities<br />
Enhance the quality of life<br />
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