Sensory Room for all home games

The Adelaide 36ers in conjunction with the Make A Difference Foundation are proud to announce a Sensory Room for all home games and events at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre for NBL 23 and beyond.

The Room, which will be introduced to a sporting stadium for the first time in South Australia, is a designated space for fans who are sensitive to noises, smells, lights, and crowds and can be overwhelmed by such sensory impacts.

Adelaide 36ers Owner & Chairman Grant Kelley said the aim for the club was to create an inclusive space where everyone can feel comfortable.

“The Adelaide 36ers, with the support of Make a Difference Foundation and Adelaide Venue Management, is pleased to now have a fully equipped Sensory Room at all 36ers home games and events,” said Mr Kelley.

“We are a club that prides itself on being inclusive and this is a further demonstration of our commitment.”

Adelaide Venue Management CEO Anthony Kirchner echoed Kelley’s comments.

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“As a venue for all South Australians we were more than happy to support such an initiative which allows for an inclusive and safe environment. We’re excited to see the space come to life,” Mr Kirchner said.

Assistant Minister to Premier and Assistant Minister for Autism Emily Bourke said this is an important step in making events more inclusive for all families to attend and enjoy.

“Families from the autism community have told me time and time again about the difficulties of attending large sporting events,” Assistant Minister Bourke said.

“These initiatives build knowledge about how we create a more inclusive state.”

One of South Australia’s largest disability service providers – Novita – assisted with the planning and layout of the space.

Novita’s Chief Executive Officer Greg Ward said Novita clinicians were involved in selecting the furniture and other items for the Sensory Room, which were sourced through Novita’s assistive technology business unit NovitaTech.

“Our clinicians carefully considered the needs of people presenting with a range of sensory needs, whether they be visual, auditory, tactile, or movement based,” Mr Ward said.

“What might be calming to one person can have the oppositive effect on someone else, so it was important the new Sensory Room had a choice of experiences to meet individual needs.”

The Adelaide 36ers first home game of the NBL23 season is against Tasmania JackJumpers at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on Thursday, October 13.

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