Touch Trainer

A majority of our blogs discuss the dozens and dozens of apps which may benefit individuals with special needs.  If your student/child isn’t familiar with using a touch screen on the devices, then he/she likely won’t reap each app’s full benefits.  Touch Autism has developed Touch Trainer, which is an app to help train anyone who […]

7 Solutions for Biting and Chewing

A while back, I discussed several different fidgets for individuals with autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, sensory processing disorder, and more (blog links at bottom of this page).  Fidgets are developed for children and adults who need to keep their hands, fingers, feet, and/or mouths busy.  In these blogs, I covered a couple of options to help individuals […]

Cozy Canoe

Looking for a unique product to help your student or child relax?  The Cozy Canoe by Fun and Function is ideal for individuals with autism and more, who seek deep pressure for relaxation.  The Cozy Canoe is inflatable, so users are able to adjust it to the right amount of pressure for each individual. To get started with the Cozy […]

Gel Floor Tiles for Sensory Integration

For many individuals with sensory processing disorder, ADHD, autism, and more, they may need some type of sensory-integrating product to help them relax.  Sensory-friendly toy company Fun and Function offers the Gel Floor Tile, which is a unique item that is squishy, colorful, and calming! According to the Gel Floor Tile’s description, it is “visual […]

4+ Solutions for Aging in Place

Looking for some way to help support your aging family member?  There are many smart devices available on the market with many beneficial features for seniors, however, the devices themselves aren’t specifically designed for them.  Fortunately, GreatCall Incorporated was founded specifically to provide solutions and support to those aging in place, and offers many easy-to-use devices to help them […]

Meet Leka: A New Robotic Toy for Special Needs

In several posts, I have written about different types of robots and their benefits on individuals with special needs.  If you’ve taken a tour of the INDATA Project’s lab here at Easter Seals Crossroads, you’ve probably already met a dancing robot named ARTI, or Assistive Robotics Technology Initiative.  (If you haven’t had a chance to meet the […]