The Sensory Shed

06/04/2025

Few pics of recent group work completed with CAN. Fun sessions offering individuals various sensory experiences and lifeskills! We baked, planted, some mindfulness and relaxation 😊

27/03/2025

10/03/2025

Training by Autism NI today! Very informative. Check out their website for lots of information and advice.

27/11/2024

13/08/2024

Thanks to CAN for inviting The Sensory Shed to lead sensory sessions for young adults and children at Lislagan Farm this evening. Great group of young people 🤩

12/06/2024

Attending the Royal College of OT Conference online today and tomorrow. Everyday is a learning day!

12/06/2024

Our Proprioception Sensory System is responsible for the sense of body position and movement. It is made up of specialized receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joints that monitor the position and movement of the body. These receptors send information to the brain, allowing us to perceive and control the position and movement of our body parts.
Our Proprioception Sensory System plays a crucial role in our daily lives, allowing us to move and coordinate our body parts with precision and control. It is important for activities such as walking, running, writing, and playing sports. It also helps us to maintain balance and stability, and to detect changes in body position and movement.
Some signs of difficulties with this and signs you should have a OT/ Sensory Assessment:
Have heavy forceful movements.
Engage in rough and tumble play
Bite and chew on non-food items.
Apply excessive pressure when writing.
Bang doors/ drawers.
Like tight clothes.
Struggle to grip objects.
Avoid physical play.
Avoid slide/ swing/ see-saw/ trampoline.
Be anxious in busy areas.
Have difficulty judging risk for themselves.
Have difficulty riding a bike.

Get in touch. Thanks Danielle OT