Irish mother sets up first autism-friendly debs for her son
Theresa Hickey from Cork has organised an autism-friendly debs ball that her son David can attend Theresa Hickey began organising the Gold Tie Debs last September. The event will have accommodations to make the experience more enjoyable for those with autism and sensory issues. After her daughter attended her debs, Hickey wondered if her son […]
2 years ago
Are sensory videos good for your baby?
Baby sensory videos are super popular right now Whether you’ve seen them randomly pop up on your social media or you’re used to flicking one on to calm your little one, they’re everywhere. Yet it may have crossed your mind as to whether or not watching these brightly coloured videos is actually good for your […]
2 years ago
The Helix Panto will host a special sensory-friendly performance this year
The Helix Panto for 2023 is Treasure Island The Helix Panto, Treasure Island, has revealed there will be a specially adapted sensory-friendly performance on Tuesday, December 19th. The team at the Helix and AsIAm have teamed up to raise funds for the charity this year. 25% of ticket sales from its sensory show will be […]
2 years ago
Dublin mum to open sensory barber’s shop for those with additional needs
When it comes to being the parent of a child with additional needs, certain things can present as an extra challenge. These can for the most part be things that, to most parents, we don’t even think twice about. Such as shopping for food or clothing, visiting the dentist or doctor, or, indeed, bringing your […]
5 years ago
Dublin airport praised for initiative to assist flyers with sensory or additional needs
A fantastic initiative. Dublin Airport has made great steps over the years to help accommodate those with sensory needs. A few years ago that created a sensory room at the airport, so that those with sensory sensitivity could take a break from the over whelming chaos of the airport’s lights and noises. Now they have […]
5 years ago
Helix Panto ‘The Three Musketeers’ announce special Sensory Friendly show
Fantastic! Brilliant news for parents as the Helix Panto show The Three Musketeers have just announced that there will be a specially adapted sensory friendly performance. The specially adapted performance will include softer on stage lighting and compressed sound, with no sudden noises or bangs and will take place next week December 18. Produced by […]
7 years ago