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Creating Sensory-Safe Spaces for Epilepsy Awareness Month
November marks Epilepsy Awareness Month, a time to raise understanding and support for those living with epilepsy. While epilepsy is primarily a neurological condition that causes recurring s
Supporting Mental Health and Inclusion: Tips and Awareness for October
October is a month full of learning, celebration, and reflection. At TFH Canada, we love using this time to highlight the incredible diversity of abilities in our communities and share practi
Supporting Alzheimer’s Care Through Sensory Stimulation
At TFH Canada, we believe in creating tools that bring comfort, calm, and dignity to individuals with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. This World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re highlighting some o
Micro-Routines That Make a Big Difference for Kids with Special Needs
Using timers alongside small, repeatable routines helps children feel more secure and confident in their daily activities.
Back-to-School Success: Sensory Tools to Support Smooth Transitions and Focused Minds
As summer winds down and school bells get ready to ring again, many parents find themselves looking for ways to ease the transition back to structure, routines, and early mornings—especially
Travel-Ready Sensory Tools: Supporting Kids on the Go This Summer
July is peak travel season, and for many families, that means road trips, flights, camp drop-offs, or visits to new and...
Designing Sensory-Friendly Spaces with Neurodiversity in Mind
This week, we celebrate Neuro Diversity Pride Day (June 16) and Autistic Pride Day (June 18), a powerful reminder that neurodiversity is not something to be “fixed,” but something to be recog
Why Play Is a Sensory Superpower: Celebrating the International Day of Play
Play isn’t just about having fun. It’s a multisensory, brain-boosting, heart-centering superpower. Whether it’s the sensation of mud between fingers, the sound of laughter, the thrill of move
The Power of Sensory Breaks: Why Downtime Is Essential for Kids (and Adults)
Between back-to-back lessons, long workdays, and overstimulating environments, it’s no wonder so many of us feel on edge. The nervous system is constantly processing input—sounds, textures, l
Supporting Mental Health Through Sensory Room Refreshes
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, an important opportunity to reflect on how our environments can support emotional regulation, connection, and calm, especially for individuals with se
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