Service Sensory Aid Loans

Description

Whole of care environment sensory aids are also available from the Specialist Equipment Library to support the inclusion of children. These items do not require a therapist recommendation, however, Inclusion Professionals will support educators to critically reflect and use the Strategic Inclusion Plan to identify the specific loan items that address barriers to inclusion.

Inclusion Possibilities

• 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 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