Sonas, SIMS & Anam Sessions
Sonas
Sonas is a therapeutic communication activity primarily for older people with dementia but also those with advanced Parkinson’s, some types of stroke and, occasionally, those who are experiencing extreme social isolation. It focuses on sensory stimulation in the belief that the senses are the gateways to communication, and is delivered through group and individual sessions.
SIMS
The SIMS programme shares the same essential features of Sonas and is for the same client group. SIMS is an adaptation of the Sonas Group Session for use on an individual basis and, as such, is implemented differently and there are different factors associated with its implementation.
Anam
Anam is a therapeutic communication activity for adults with intellectual disabilities which focuses on sensory stimulation in the belief that the senses are the gateways to communication. Many older people with intellectual disabilities can become isolated through lack of sensory stimulation, because they can no longer, or are no longer able, to participate in activities they used to do.