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Disability: cognitive, learning, physical Your child’s new sensory buddy The perfect toy for helping your child stay calm in class Make car rides and trips out more peaceful Weighs 5 lbs - for autism,sensoryprocessing disorder, and ADHD, SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD’S NEEDS WITH A FUN STUFFED ANIMAL. Does your child have a hard time staying calm at school or in the car? Are you always look- ing for toys that will effectively support your child’s needs? The 5 lb weighted lap animal is the perfect companion for your sensory seeker! The science support- ing weighted objects like our sensory weighted stuffed animal is called deep touch pressure (the same benefit as a weighted blanket.). Deep touch pressure helps to decrease nervous system activity which encourages a feeling of calm and relaxation. The weight takes advantage of the calming effects of deep pressure therapy. Theextremely soft fabric of the- poundpuppystuffed animalgives a great soft sensory surface for them to explore while relaxing. If your child could use extra help in sitting calmly, then they will benefit from a weighted stuffed animal. Add the weighted dog to your sensory toolbox and give your child the sense of calm they deserve (and the sense of calm you deserve as well!). Harkla Weighted Lap Pad Harkla Price: $44.99 Product Type: sensory stimulation, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical Much like a weighted blanket, the weight- ed lap pad is a sensory tool that offers Deep Touch Pressure (DTP) to a person’s legs as it rests on the lap when in a seated position. The weighted lap pad is often used in classrooms to provide some sen- sory input and help students stay seated. The weighted lap pad can also be used anywhere when adults or children need to stay sitting for an extended period. It’s wonderful for activities like: Car rides Plane rides Mealtimes While doing home- work Sitting in the grocery cart Our minky dot design makes this a perfect sensory blanket, as the soft minky fabric, combined with the dots and added weight makes a sensory input trifecta! This sensory combo gives your child an easy way to fulfill their fidget needs while calming them with the weight. Our goal at Harkla is to help your child live a happier, healthier life, and we both know getting them to relax and focus in class is one of the highest priorities. Head Pointer and Stylus cap

set up. ***BUY IT HERE***: https://www. hedgehoghealth.com/fidgetkeychain HID Joystick mo-Vis Price: $1402 Product Type: seating/positioning/ mobility, infant/toddler, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical The HID Joystick is a low force joystick for electric wheelchairs, which can be con- nected via USB to a another device. This way, you can work inmouse, joystick orkey- board mode on yourPC (Windows/OSX), Android device, iOS device, XBOX or XAC . More information on www.mo-vis.com Hold the Pencil Draw Your World Product Type: instructional material, learning aid, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: cognitive, learning, physical Hold the Pencil is a pamphlet with simple instructions and tips to encourage a com- fortable pencil grasp. A selection of pencil grippers are shown that help position the fingers into the tripod grasp. Much of the information is available free on the authors’ site: http://www.drawyourworld. com/writing. Home- and Community-Based Solution Attainment Company, Inc. Price: $995 Product Type: adapted play/ manipulative, instructional material, learning aid, secondary, adult Disability: cognitive, learning, physical, speech The Home and Community-based Solution (HCBS) provides training and activities to support the expected outcomes for the HCBS Medicaid-funded services for residential and non-residential programs. Develops the skills necessary for sup- ported living, entry level employment, and community inclusion. Provides a solution that guides people to independence through home, community, health, social, and pre-vocational skills. Hoppy the Bunny Switch Adapted Toy Adaptive Tech Solutions Price: $43.21 Product Type: adapted play/ manipulative, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical Press your switch and watch as Hoppy the Bunny hops around, sits, makes cute squeaky noises and wiggle it’s nose and ears. Adapted to accept a standard switch (switch sold separately). On when you press your switch, off when the switch is released. Measures approximately 8 x 7

sages, ask questions and share feelings. The 8.5” screen is large enough to jot down messages, daily reminders, greetings or questions using the stylus provided or a finger. Push a button on the tablet to erase the message. Saves having scraps of paper around your home! A useful device - or gift - for individuals with aphasia, stroke, autism spectrum disorders, selective mutism, Parkinson’s, ALS, throat cancer, brain injury and intubation. Can be used by caregivers, nurses and therapists at home, hospital bedside, at occupational and speech therapy sessions to improve patient communication. Learn more at https://www.sayitwithsymbols.com/ healthcare-jot-writing-tablet/. Heavy Duty Joystick mo-Vis Price: $2845 Product Type: seating/positioning/ mobility, infant/toddler, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical A large format, extremely durable propor- tional joystick for heavy duty use. It can serve as a hand or foot operated joystick and has been developed for users with excessive force. HedgeHog Fidget Keychain HedgeHog Health Inc Price: $14.97 - $17 Product Type: learning aid, sensory stimulation, preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: cognitive, learning, physical *comes in packs of 2* FIDGET FOR FOCUS - An easy to carry, sensory fidget tool you can take anywhere for an instant stress and anxiety relief! In a mini, hoglet design that comes in handy anytime you need to release a little fidget so you can focus lon- ger at home, school or at work. UNIQUELY DESIGNED KEYCHAIN - The first tactile keychain that is attractive and pleasant to the touch, allowing sensory seekers to feel calm and relaxed even when at school, at home or at the office. Simply hang it on your favorite bag for an on the go sensory break. PROVIDES A REWARDING SENSORY EXPERIENCE - Different learners of all ages can’t keep their hands off our keychain, and the best part is it comes in handy anytime you crave that multisen- sory experience. A sensory satisfaction on the go! EASY TO CLEAN - Made with high quality, food grade silicone that is made durable, washable, and soft to the touch. Just wipe it with disinfectant wet wipes or a washcloth and it’s good to go for conve- nient fidgety fun! AN IDEAL GIFT FOR ANY OCCASION - The perfect gift this holiday season for anyone who you think might need a stress relief tool. Great for busy moms and dads or even for students at school or even for those in a homeschool

manipulative, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical Universal headset mount with stylus pointer for head controlled tablet and smartphone use. This offering contains a full functional head pointer solution, con- taining a cap with a mounting plate and stylus pointer. The cap is available in three colors and the stylus pointer is available in four options. Head Pointer and Stylus headband edition ShapeDad Price: $129 - $139 Product Type: adapted play/ manipulative, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: physical Universal headset mount with stylus pointer for head controlled tablet and smartphone use. This offering contains a full functional head pointer solution, containing a headband with a mounting plate and stylus pointer. The stylus pointer is available in four options that differ in length and bend-ability. Headpod Dynamic Head Support PACIFIC REHAB Price: $495 Product Type: adapted play/ manipulative, seating/positioning/ mobility, infant/toddler, preschool, A dynamic head support device which can be applied to almost anything with a headrest while the child is upright,.. wheelchair, walker, stroller, stander,bike or activity chair. The child is able to move in full rotation, as well as chin tuck and extension, but not head drop. As the child acquires strength, the upper band is relaxed and they are able to move within their plane of strength. It is a completely different philosophy from head restraints and collars, which tends to atrophy mus- culature further due to lack of movement. The Headpod can only be used when the child is upright, to begin within their point of balance. A functional aide during power wheelchair use, Aug Comm and feeding. Any time that fatigue prevents function. It is not to be used for van or bus transport. Healthcare Jot Reusable Writing Tablet Say it with Symbols AAC Price: $25.95 Product Type: instructional material, elementary, secondary, adult Disability: cognitive, hearing, physical, speech This original Jot(TM) Healthcare Reus- able Writing Tablet from Boogie Board offers patients and students with speech challenges a sustainable way to write mes- elementary, secondary, adult Disability: cognitive, physical

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