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Get Sensory Packs 3+
About the Get Sensory Packs
Processing everyday sensory information can be extremely difficult for children, any of their senses can become over or under stimulated by the environment around them.
Caudwell Children’s Get Sensory packs are affordable and are specifically designed to support children. Our packs are also fun, educational, durable and safe. Many of the items are compact, so they are suitable for travel or to take to school.
For support with our services or for more information contact our Applications team, call 0345 300 1348 or email applications@caudwellchildren.com or chat via our Live Chat.
OUR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND SUPPORT TEAM HAVE SELECTED CRUCIAL SENSORY ITEMS THAT AID CHILDREN WITH HEARING, VISION AND TOUCH. THE PACK ALSO CONTAINS ITEMS THAT SUPPORT CHILDREN’S COGNITIVE SKILLS AND LEARNING SUCH AS COLOUR AND SHAPE.
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What's included
Bubbles
Weighted Cushion
Spikey Domes
Space Blanket
Fiber Optic Lamp
Massage Trio
Liquid Cell Timer
Eligibility criteria
- You can apply for packs directly.
- You must have a child with a confirmed disability between 3-18 years old.
- Must legally live in the UK.
- You will be considered for our support if you can demonstrate that either: You are in receipt of means-tested benefits OR your household income is no more than £60,000 excluding benefits. Please check FAQ’s for details.
- Caudwell Children will provide eligible families 80% towards the cost of the pack and we would require a £20 contribution from the family.
- Multiple children from the same household can apply for a pack.
- Families are able to apply for both the Autism Sensory Pack and Get Sensory Pack at the same time, but you are not able to switch midway through the application process, you need separate applications for both packs.
Apply for your Get Sensory Pack 3+
You can apply now for your Get Sensory Pack 3+, or get in touch with our Applications team for additional information.
You can reach us at 0345 300 1348 or send an email to applications@caudwellchildren.com If you prefer real-time assistance, you can also chat with us via our Live Chat.
Application information
We want to help as many children as possible but we only have a limited number of these amazing Get Sensory Packs available.
We may have to prioritise applications and cannot guarantee that everyone will receive a pack. Our promise to you is that we will let you know as soon as possible if you have been successful or if we believe there is another way in which we can help you.
You will be asked to provide confirmation of your financial status and confirmation of your child’s diagnosis. Applying for an Get Sensory Pack will not prevent you from accessing other equipment or support from Caudwell Children services.
Need support with your application?
If you need support with your application or have any questions, please contact our Applications Team on 0345 300 1348 or email applications@caudwellchildren.com Alternatively, please see our FAQs below.
Get Sensory Packs 3+ FAQs
An affordable pack filled with key sensory items selected by our Occupational Therapy and Support Team. The pack has been designed to support children living with a wide range of disabilities who are likely to benefit from sensory resources.
Bubbles, Weighted Cushion, Spikey Domes, Space Blanket, Fibre Optic Lamp, BoBo Massager, Sissle Brush, 4 Ball Massager, Liquid Cell Timer.
*Reasonable exchanges may be made depending on the availability of items.*
The items within the pack are durable and safe, however all items should be used under adult supervision.
A booklet is provided within the pack which outlines the contents and how each item can be used.
A booklet is provided within the pack which outlines the contents and what things you can try to help your child along with occupational therapist tips.
As often as they like. Many of the items are compact so they are suitable for travel or to take outside of the home too.
An application for the pack can be submitted on our Get Sensory Packs web page.
You will be considered for our support if you can demonstrate that either:
You are in receipt of means-tested benefits, and you can send us all pages of a benefits letter showing your full name and address, dated within the last 12 months.
This would be one of the following:
- Universal Credits
- Tax Credits
- Pension Credits
- Income Support
- Housing Benefit
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Your household income is no more than £60,000 excluding benefits, and you can send us one of the following:
- Wage slips for each person in the household showing the full name and address, dated within the last three months.
- P60’s for each person from the last financial year.
- Your most recent set of accounts or a letter from your accountant if you work for yourself.
In both instances you will also need to declare that your savings do not exceed £16,000.
Caudwell Children will provide eligible families with 80% towards the cost of a Get Sensory Pack. Families will be asked to contribute 20% of the cost, which is £20.00.
The pack was designed with this in mind, many of the items are compact so they are suitable for travel or to take to school. The items also support with cognitive skills and learning, which is useful in both a home and an educational setting.
If items arrive faulty or broken, we will look to replace them through the supplier. If the items are broken or lost, we will not replace them but they can be purchased from the supplier if needed.
A booklet is provided within the pack which outlines the contents and what things you can try to help your child along with occupational therapist tips.
Live Online Chat is available through our website if you have any further questions. Alternatively, you can contact the Applications Department on 0345 300 1348 or by email: applications@caudwellchildren.com
Meet Lucus
Lucus aged 13, is autistic and has PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance).
Julie, Lucus’ mum applied to Caudwell Children for a Get Sensory Pack to help him with his sensory processing.
Autism Sensory Packs
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