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International Day of Families celebrates the importance of families in society. It highlights the vital role families play in nurturing individuals and communities, promoting social cohesion, and contributing to overall well-being. Families come in all shapes and sizes, encompassing various cultural backgrounds, traditions, and structures. International Day of Families is a time to celebrate this diversity and recognise that the essence of family extends beyond biological ties. 


How could you become more aware of each family’s cultural perspectives?

 

Are you aware of each family’s goals for their child and are you working towards these together?

 

How are differences between a family’s child rearing practices and the service’s policies respected?

 

 

Available

Movin' Sit Junior

  • Seating

    • Description

    This triangular wedge-shaped inflatable cushion is designed to promote correct seated posture. The wedge shape is particularly helpful for children who have low muscle tone.

    These cushions are also an effective way to provide children with sensory input whilst they are seated, as the inflatable material allows children to wriggle.

    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Can provide support to enable a child to access and participate in seated experiences with their peers

    • Can provide sensory input to help calm or increase levels of arousal to enable increased opportunities for engagement and participation

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consult with therapists and parents about the types of sensory experiences a child may be seeking or avoiding and how this may impact the child’s participation and engagement
    • Educators should consider how sensory equipment will be used within the care environment to support children’s participation in the program and facilitate peer interaction

    • Educators should consider talking with all children about how and why sensory equipment is used at the service

    Storage and use

    • This equipment can be used indoors and outdoors but must be stored inside to minimise surface damage

    How to request

    • Contact your Inclusion Professional or Inclusion Support QLD

    Other Equipment

    Available

    HowdaHUG Petite

    The HowdaHUG is a chair that embraces the child, providing deep sensory input where required to maintain calm and focus.

    • Seating
    Howda HUG Pettite
    Available

    Firefly GoTo Seat and Base

    The Go-To seat is a portable seat with extra upper body postural support to assist children by making daily tasks easier, ensuring they do not miss out.


    • Seating
    Firefly Go To Seat
    Available

    Firefly Splashy

    Splashy is a bath seat that can also be used for messy activities. It is a portable, lightweight and supportive seat where the child sits low enough to be able to enjoy activities at ground level.

    • Seating
    Firefly Splashy