Thanks to support from the local community, mental health patients across the North Shore now have access to upgraded sensory modulation rooms to support their treatment.

Sensory modulation is a way of using senses such as sight, sound, smell, touch and movement to help the brain regulate its own activity, essentially managing how much of each input to tune into at any point in time. It can help someone to self-soothe and regulate their emotional response to a situation. This evidence-based approach can be offered alongside complementing support, such as talking therapy.

The latest sensory modulation room to be upgraded is within North Shore Hospital’s Emergency Department, and was made possible thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Club of East Coast Bays, which raised funds for the project through its annual golf day.

The dedicated room is now equipped with specially designed furniture, soothing imagery, low lighting and accessories such as weighted blankets. The dedicated low-stimulus environment helps healthcare teams provide the best care for mental health patients who often need a quiet, calm and private space.

Well Foundation has worked with the community to raise close to $70,000 to make the upgrade of these spaces possible for patients receiving care as inpatients, through community facilities, and now within the ED. Thank you to all who have generously provided support.

The Rotary Club of East Coast Bays will be holding its  annual golf day fundraiser to support Well Foundation on Thursday 23 November at Waitemata Golf Club. If you would like to find out more, or register a team, please email info@wellfoundation.org.nz

Well Foundation is the official charity of North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals and community health services in north and west Auckland. We raise funds for projects that wouldn’t otherwise be possible and support innovative approaches to providing care. Since 2015, Well Foundation has funded more than 80 projects, providing over $13.5 million for community health. 100% of donations to Well Foundation go directly to support health projects for the community. To find out more, visit wellfoundation.org.nz

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