Item Descriptions

Bath Chair: 

The Blue Wave Bath Chair is manufactured by Rifton.  This piece of equipment supports a child during bathing.  The seat, back, and legs can be adjusted.  Size:  small.  Maximum weight = 60 lbs, maximum height = 36”. 

 

 Corner Chair with Tray: 

The Tumble Forms 2 Universal Corner Chair is manufactured by Sammons Preston.  The Corner Chair is designed to position a child so that the shoulders are flexed, enabling the child to focus on fine motor activities.  The Corner Chair also assists in the maintenance of leg extension and reduces extensor thrust.  Maximum height = 60”.

 

Rifton 9” Chair with Tray: 

The Toddler Chair is manufactured by Rifton.  It is designed to assist with typical sitting posture.  Varying degrees of abduction and knee flexion can be adjusted.  This piece of equipment promotes an erect, seated position for functional tasks in a variety of settings. The chair is made of latex-free wood and hardwood laminate.

 

Gait Trainer: 

The Pacer Gait Trainer is manufactured by Rifton.  This piece of equipment encourages children with varied abilities to gain independent mobility while providing suitable support. The Gait Trainer can be adjusted for each child based on his or her motor skills.

 

BIGmack Talker: 

The BIGmack is an assistive communication device.  A  single message up to two minutes in length can be recorded onto the device.  Users press its activation surface for playback. A toy can also be attached for activation through the device.  This item is great for children learning about cause and effect, children with expressive communication challenges, and children with visual impairments.

 

Hip Helpers:

These supportive garments are specifically made to decrease extreme hip abduction in children with low muscle tone.  Five sizes are available, see below.

Size	Waist	Hip	Length
A	14”	15”	7”
B	15”	16”	8.5”
C	16”	18”	9”
D	17”	20”	9.5”
E	18”	21”	10.5”

In order to determine which size works best, it is recommended that different sizes be tried.

Measuring Guide:  To measure for size, get the waist measurement at the natural waistline, a little above the belly button. The hip measurement is the most important. Measure the hips around the widest part of the pelvis, around the buttocks. For length, fully straighten the child's leg, and measure the distance from the waistline to the kneecap.

 

 Deep Pressure Sensory Vests: 

These items are made with a latex free, breathable material.  The vest is designed to fit snuggly to the child’s body, providing deep pressure proprioceptive feedback, stability and skills.  Various sizes are available. 

 

 

 

Portable Sensory Tunnel:  

 

The sensory tunnel encourages children to reach out to grasp at objects.  There are 11 attached hooks for suspending items.  Easy to set up, fold away, and store in the included carrying case.  Measures 42’W x 34”H.  Includes items to hang inside the tunnel such as a variety of balls, scarves and other items that provide sensory stimulation and encourage motor activity.

 

Tadpole Set: 

The Tumble Forms 2 Tadpole Pediatric Positioning System is latex free and includes the base, half roll, wedge, tray and mirror.  These pieces can be set up in various arrangements for a child’s positioning needs.  Some common designs include the ability to encourage side-lying, long-leg sitting, and chest elevation.  An instruction sheet and carry case is included.

 

 

 

 Activity Step: 

This activity center encourages infants to climb and crawl.  With its different textured surfaces, the Activity Step provides a stimulating sensory experience.  Through the use of this item, gross motor skills are encouraged and children learn about cause and effect by activating two musical buttons. 

 

 

 

 

  Tumble Forms Infant Feeder Seat - Small: 

Specifically designed for children who need positioning support for meal times, learning tasks or play activities.  The wedge can be used to recline the seat as needed.  Safety shoulder straps and lap belt included.   Fits children’s height up to 36”. 

 

 

Dycem Activity Pads:

The dycem activity pad is used under a toy, dish or other object to prevent it from sliding around.   Reusable and does not leave residue on tables or wheelchair trays.  Great for children who need assistance stabilizing toys for fine motor tasks.  Latex free.

 

 

Elliecards: 

Elliecards are real photographs of everyday items found in a child’s environment made into small laminated cards.  For children with limited expressive communication skills, the cards can be exchanged for the item or activity they desire.  The cards are organized into a binder with color-coded pages.  The cards are 2.25"L x 1.75"H.

There are 192 laminated images along with a "choice board", where the images may be mounted and interchanged. Photographs include a variety of foods, toys, colors, and places around the house.

 

 

PECS CD and Manual:

                                                                                           The PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) CD-ROM includes over 1,000 pictures that are based on the words most commonly used by young children. PECS teaches children to initiate communication by having them exchange a picture for an object or an activity that they desire.   The CD allows you to print the pictures from your own computer. PC and Mac compatible.

 

Kaye Walker:                                                                                                        

                                                                                      This is a reverse walker.  It folds away for storage or transporting.  The walker is designed to promote improved posture, balance, and gait. The walker’s dimensions are 13½"W x 9"D (23 x 34 cm).

 

Mini Sensory Trampoline:

                                                     Designed to improve sensory motor integration.  For children 1 1/2 to 4 years old. For children up to 50 lbs.  Jumping Diameter 17.5", Height of grab bar 25.6", Width of grab bar 17.5"

 

 Chime Garden:

This toy integrates cause and effect as well as sensory motor skills.  The flowers have textures that are interesting to feel, the center of the flowers light up, and music is played when they are touched.  There are three music choices: chimes, song segments, and full song play.  Children who are visually impaired or have fine motor challenges would benefit from this item 

 

 

Airex Balance Pad:   

This thick foam pad is designed to facilitate balance and sensory motor integration skills.  This item may be a good alternative for children who don’t respond well to therapy balls, balance boards or trampolines. The light-weight pad is washable and waterproof with a smooth, non-slip surface. Measures 20"x 16"x 2.5".

Gecko Upright Stander with Tray: 

                                                                                         This Size One stander by Snug Seat is designed to fit children from 22” – 42” (56 cm – 107 cm).  It provides upright alignment and support for children with gross motor delays who need help maintaining a standing position.  Made of latex free materials and is very easy to adjust.   

 

Animal Rock:

                                                                                 Animal Rock is a “busy box” interactive toy.  When pressed, each animal makes their corresponding sound.   There are also three buttons that promote finger pointing/isolation and fine motor skills.  When pressed, these buttons produce a variety of sensory sensations including vibrations, soothing water sounds, owl sounds, lights and forest noises.

Size: 18" x 13" x 4". Requires 6 AA Batteries.

 

 

Cheap Talk 4 Inline Communicator with Jacks & Overlay:

This communication device enables four messages, up to five seconds in length each, to be recorded and played back.  Four input jacks enable the unit to be converted to a switch activation device.  Overlays allow the user to slip in icons over the color coded switches.  Size: 12½" x 3" x 6".

 

 

 

 

 

 Sign Language Books:

These five books present basic signs in a clear easy to understand format.  The illustrations are easy to follow and correspond to colorful photographs of the actual object or action being described.  All of the pages use everyday items and actions that parents will find useful in their daily routines with their children.  Children will love looking at the pictures.  All of the books come in sturdy board book format and each has 26 pages. Size 6"x 6". Titles include First Signs, Signs for Pets and Animals, Food Signs, First Signs At Play, First Signs at Home.

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Interrupters:  

Make your toys into switch operated devices!  Battery interrupters allow users to adapt battery operated toys into switch operated toys. The Battery Interrupter is easy to use and will work with most battery operated devices that have an on/off switch.  Available for toys that use C, D or AA batteries.

Peanut Massage Therapy Ball:

                                                                                Therapy balls provide sensory input and facilitate balance control.  The peanut shape of this ball offers more stability by limiting movement to forward and backward.   The bumpy surface provides a sensory massage and tactile stimulation.  SIZE: 20"-dia. x 40"L (50 x 100cm).  Other therapy balls also available, please call to inquire.