These fun new “plush” weights that sit on shoulders and nuzzle around necks are great for calming kids. This self-regulating tool provides deep pressure on a child’s shoulders and can be highly effective in helping to calm and focus childrens’ nervous systems. The 2.2 lb., 21″ snuggly animal shaped plush toys come in different colors […]
Posts with the autism tag
Sensory Vests Designed to Calm Children
eSpecial Needs designed the Sensory Hugs Deep Pressure Sensory Vest to calm children with autism, ADD, SID and ADHD. The vest was designed with an emphasis on durability and comfort. It’s meant to be pulled snug to a child’s body, providing deep pressure sensory feedback and stability. A deep pressure vest is often used to assist […]
Monday Tech Tip: Autism Sensory Room
Watch as one of Easter Seal’s occupational therapists, Karrie Veteto, shows us around the autism multisensory room. Having trouble viewing the video? Click here! Click here to visit our archived videos. To view Closed Captioning, click on the “CC” in the lower right corner of the video.
Autism AT: no need to be high-tech or expensive
Assistive technology for people living with a disorder on the autism spectrum does not have to be expensive or incredibly complicated to operate. Often times, simple practices that begin in childhood can be carried over into adulthood. Organization, self help, social interaction and academic skills are a few of the areas where the right assistive […]
Headphones for Children with Autism
Headphones can do more than just provide a fun and convenient way to listen to music. In the world of Autism Spectrum Disorders, and even for those who have certain sensitivities to noises and sounds, headphones can be a necessity to coping with the world around them. In fact, noise reduction headphones allow some children […]
Inclusion in the classroom
Inclusion in the classroom is more than recognizing social justice. The intermingling of students with and without disabilities may actually improve the academic achievements of students. One school in Central Florida thinks so. UCP Bailes in East Orlando is a charter school that was founded for children with disabilities; however, students who have not been […]