An appeal for the facility in Handsworth, Sheffield, was launched in theStar local newspaper a year ago with a target of 3,000. It raised4,500 from a range of donors, including businesses, sports clubsand individuals.
The sensory room has just opened at Amy's House, a nursery providingrespite care for 15 children with physical and mental health problemsevery Saturday. It includes a bubble machine, glitterballs, beanbags,fibre optic lights, mirrored walls, a machine with floating balls,soothing music and aromatherapy.
The nursery is now planning to open a sensory garden this spring, fundedby HSBC.
Maurice Littlewood, who founded Amy's House in memory of his lategranddaughter, said, 'I was overjoyed with the amount of money weraised. I couldn't believe the generosity of people. Amy's House hasmade me realise just how many good people there are in the world.'
The nursery receives no state funding and relies on grants anddonations. For details e-mail m.littlewood77@btinternet.com.