The centre for people with intellectual disabilities in Arganda del Rey now features a new Snoezelen multisensory room, a therapeutic space aimed at improving cognitive and sensory stimulation for users.
The centre for people with intellectual disabilities in Arganda del Rey has launched a new Snoezelen multisensory room, designed to enhance the cognitive and sensory stimulation of its users. This facility is part of a plan initiated by the Community of Madrid to extend such resources in public social care centres across the region.
The regional government has allocated over 280,000 euros to this programme, which includes the opening of 17 multisensory rooms by 2027 in centres for the elderly and those with disabilities. The one in Arganda is one of nine that are already operational, alongside those established in Madrid city, Leganés, Getafe, and San Martín de Valdeiglesias.
The Minister of Family, Youth and Social Affairs, Ana Dávila, highlighted during the programme's presentation that these facilities represent “an important therapeutic complement, allowing for individualized work based on each person's sensory profile, in a pleasant environment and through playful activities that promote their physical and emotional well-being”.
Snoezelen rooms are equipped with lighting, sound, vibration systems, and other elements that create relaxation and stimulation environments tailored to each user's needs. According to the Community of Madrid, these spaces help enhance abilities such as attention, memory, and communication, as well as assist in managing emotions and reducing stress for both users and their caregivers.
Moreover, they are considered a non-pharmacological therapy that can reduce the need for medication in certain cases. The regional government plans to complete the programme with the opening of another eight rooms between 2026 and 2027 in centres for people with disabilities and public residences for the elderly.
The new room in Arganda del Rey will directly benefit the centre's users, who will have access to individualized sessions in a safe and controlled environment. The centre's professionals have received specific training for using the equipment and adapting activities to each sensory profile.
With this initiative, the Community of Madrid reinforces its commitment to comprehensive care for people with disabilities, combining traditional therapies with innovative resources like Snoezelen rooms. Those interested in learning more about the service can contact the Arganda del Rey centre or visit the website of the Ministry of Family, Youth and Social Affairs.
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