“A part of a bigger project in the development of a rongoā sensory garden, the sensory room provides people a safe place to have appointments, meet visitors or just be in a calm space to spend some time,” she said.
She praised Pearce’s artwork in the room.
“Erika has painted murals throughout New Zealand as well as in Japan, USA, Australia, Thailand, Fiji, and Indonesia for many businesses, festivals, and private homes, so we feel very privileged to have had her input,” Marais said.
“The support we have had from everyone involved has been amazing. We certainly couldn’t have achieved this on our own, and the difference it will make to the whaiora in our care is immense.
“Tu Kaha residents now have a safe, private space to relax and engage in a mindfulness and relaxing activity of their choice.”
Tu Kaha is a six-bed Te Whatu Ora-owned and operated sub-acute inpatient mental health facility in Kaikohe, Northland.
