SENSORY BLURB!

Weighted Vests and Hoodies

Sensory items to better support the community

Did you know that when you request a weighted vest, you have lots of options from which to choose? A weighted vest is a garment worn over clothing with extra weight added within the vest. A weighted compression vest provides both weights and compression to give a tightness that provides additional sensory input. A Deep Pressure Vest provides snugness without using weight. Lastly, a weighted hoodie can provide extra weight without the compression. A weighted hoodie can be a more discreet option and has a looser fit. All of these options can be beneficial to help an individual feel calm, increase focus and decrease anxiety and stimming. If your loved one receives waiver services in Indiana, ask us how we can help you get it funded!

Ruth Roberts at Specialized Home Care Services

621 N Central Ave Connersville, IN 47331 ruth@specialized4u.com

(317)-348-0708 Mobile

(317)-348-0708 Fax

Weighted blankets are blankets designed to be heavier than standard blankets. You can commonly find them in knitted or duvet options. Duvet-style weighted blankets use beads or other dense fillers to add weight. Knitted weighted blankets use dense yarn to create a heavier weight.

There are many benefits of using a weighted blanket! The overall purpose is to help your body find calmness by using deep pressure stimulation.

Weighted blankets can benefit by:

· Offering comfort and security

Soothing anxiousness and stress

Improving sleep quality

Relaxing the central nervous system

Contact us today!

Our team at Specialized Home Care Services carries a great selection of weighted blankets and stuffed animals.