Some individuals with progressive muscle weakness need just a little assistance to help them stand. The Freedom Chair by Stand Aid of Iowa offers just that! While many recliner chairs are designed to help users stand by pushing them forward, the Freedom Chair helps by lifting the user up! Stand Aid of Iowa has been manufacturing “quality, durable standing […]
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Diggin Wobble Deck
Looking for a fun sensory game your child can play independently? The Diggin Wobble Deck’s design improves muscles and minds. It features three exciting play options for children five years of age and older. In sum, the Diggin Wobble Deck combines the basic rules of Simon Says with the physical challenge of balance boards. The […]
8 Outdoor Products for Children with Special Needs
Ahhh… I breathe in and grin as the gentle smell of freshly cut blades of grass pierces my nose. I close my eyes as the golden sun kisses my face and excitedly squeal: it is finally Spring! Eeeek! It’s time to happily bid adieu to the frozen, gray skies and welcome the warmth of summer’s […]
One, Two, Tie My Shoe
Learning to tie shoes is no easy task for children. It is especially difficult for those with autism because they learn a little differently. One, Two, Tie My Shoe offers a kit with colorful split rings to help children of all abilities learn to tie their shoes! What is the importance of teaching your child how […]
Ruff’s House Teaching Tactile Set
While some children learn best by watching (visual learners), others require a more hands-on approach. These tactile learners need the stimulation of touch to learn. The Ruff’s House Teaching Tactile Set allows children to learn many skills by feeling their way through Ruff’s textured bones. Children ages 3 and up will have fun helping Ruff […]
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Creating a Social Experience Through Video Games
People with disabilities can need assistance in many different ways – getting trained for and finding a good job, communicating with others and even negotiating some of the basic necessities of life. But some have chosen to provide a helping hand by making video games more accessible. One of the foremost in this field is […]