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Refugee Week

Refugee Week, 15-21 June, promotes greater awareness of refugees, the issues they face, and the contributions refugees are making to the Australian community.

Do you reflect on your own bias and perceptions of refugees and asylum seekers?
How do you link families with local refugee and asylum seeker supports, and community programs?
What reasonable adjustments might be required to support children from a refugee background?

Available

Big Red Switch

  • Sensory

    • Description

    Big Red Switch provides a large 12.7cm activation surface. When activated, the user experiences tactile and auditory feedback. The Big Red Switch is great for children with visual impairments and/or physical disabilities, who require a larger target area.

    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Supports participation in individual and/or group experiences
    • Can be used for individual and/or group experiences

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consider how this item will be used within the care environment to maximise children’s participation in the program and to facilitate peer interaction

    Storage and use

    • This equipment can be used outdoors but must be stored indoors to minimise damage.

    How to request

    • Contact your Inclusion Professional or Inclusion Support QLD

    Other Equipment

    Available

    Senseez Vibrating Cushion

    These colourful, lightweight, fun-shaped vibrating cushions offer a gentle sensation when they are squeezed or sat on, relaxing, calming or soothing the body.
    • Sensory
    Senseez cushion
    Available

    Jelly Bean Twist Switch

    The Jelly Bean Twist Switch offers 6.35cm activation surface with tactile and auditory feedback. The switch top can be removed and replaced with the colour of your choice.

    • Sensory
    Jelly Bean Twist Switch
    Available

    Weighted Lizard 2kg

    These Weighted Lizards are a wonderful and cuddly way to assist with sensory regulation. They can be very helpful for children who are unable to sit still in their chair, are easily distracted, or unable to focus on the task they have been set

    • Sensory
    Weighted Lizard