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The Ballad Of Special Eddie

A classic of "Special" humour. Read it and weep... and laugh.

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FLEX-ON Sock & Stocking Aid

Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.

People who have difficulty bending are able to use this sock and stocking aid.

People who have difficulty bending are able to use this sock and stocking aid. A strip of hook-and-loop fastener on the exterior of the plastic shell helps pull on a sock. For stockings, two garters are fastened while the shell keeps the stocking open for easy entry. The flexible, collapsible front section opens the toe and bends with the contour of the heel. A 30" (76 cm) loop is gripped with one hand to pull. One year guarantee on plastic shell.

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FLEX-ON  Sock & Stocking Aid

Typical Access Profile

Auditory

Normal
Low
Extremely Low
Not Using Hearing
Hyper-Acute

Vision

Normal
Low
Extremely Low
Not Using Vision

Gross Motor

All
Some
Few
Not Using Gross Motor

Fine Motor

All
Some
Few
Not Using Fine Motor

Developmental Age Range

0 - 2
3 - 5
6 - 8
9 - 12
13 and Over

Language

Typical
Some Spoken
Receptive Only
Sign
Assistive/Augmentitive
Not Using Language
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Beginning To Use Switch Adapted Toys With Children With Special Needs

Since some children are easily distracted, it is best to remove distractions and setup toys in a manner that will keep the child interested and focused.  In order to make a switch adapted toy stand out from the rest of the environment during play, place dark colored toys on a light surface, such as a towel.  Place light colored toys on a dark surface.  This will make it easier for children to see the cause and effect of pressing the switch activating the toy. There are many switch adapted to choose from - ranging from a cuddly bunny to a fierce dinosaur!

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