New sensory room enhances supports at a Limerick Respite Hub

ENABLE Ireland has officially opened a new kitchen and sensory room at its Family Support and Respite Hub in Delta Retail Park, Limerick.

The celebration was marked with a Christmas Coffee Morning, bringing together families, staff, and invited guests to mark this significant milestone. Taking part in the official opening ceremony and representing the Mayor of Limerick’s office was Cllr Sarah Beasley.

The event also provided an opportunity for Enable Ireland to express its thanks to IDEX Pump Technologies, whose donation, support and commitment made this project possible. Support from Eddie Considine and Ger Corry, Foundation Coordinators with IDEX Foundation and their team enabled the completion of this development project at the Hub, which included: a modern kitchen and social space designed to promote life and social skills for children with additional needs and a fully equipped sensory room to support children’s sensory needs and emotional regulation.

This purpose-built space features state-of-the-art equipment, including sensory play panels, a curtained dark den, mood lighting, image projection, and soft play areas.

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Additional substantial funding from IDEX Foundation has been donated to support the next phase of the project with improvements to the children’s recreation room and sports hall.

Siobhan Garvey Enable Ireland Respite Coordinator said: “The collaboration with IDEX Pump has been exceptional, combining financial support with hands-on involvement.”