BACK TO CONTENTS 17 UNITE STUDENTS | MEETING THE NEEDS OF NEURODIVERGENT STUDENTS ե Provision of a sensory room in accommodation to reduce stress and de-escalate meltdowns. ե Consideration of ‘quiet flat’ placement away from noisy areas. If there is more than one quiet flat, allocate them as neighbours. ե Dimmer switches or softer lighting options in accommodation and other student spaces. ե Neurodiversity training for all residence staff, including porters and maintenance staff. ե Clearer communication about maintenance issues such as clear timescales, and understanding that sensory differences may mean that issues that seem minor to staff may be causing the student distress. ե Flexibility for neurodivergent students to have basic cooking facilities in room, for example a microwave and kettle, to reduce anxiety of using the kitchen. ե Longer term, a badging scheme for neurodivergent- friendly student accommodation in which staff are confident in working with neurodivergent students. LIVING IN STUDENT ACCOMMODATION: