{"title":"Later Stage \/ Comfort \u0026 Connection","description":"Products focused on comfort, sensory engagement, connection, dignity and easier daily care.","products":[{"product_id":"weighted-lap-pad","title":"Weighted Lap Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003eGentle, comforting weight for seated rest and quiet time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteady, even weight across the lap can feel grounding and reassuring during restless or anxious periods. For some people it settles constant hand movement and makes sitting for a while more comfortable, without medication or persuasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenly distributed weight that stays put rather than pooling. Soft, non-scratchy cover in a calm plain colour. Removable, washable cover. Lap-sized for use in a chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer rather than place, let the person accept it. Use for shorter periods while seated and watch how they respond the first few times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot suitable for anyone who cannot remove it themselves, and never for use in bed or overnight. Avoid where there is fragile skin, poor circulation or breathing difficulty. Some people dislike the sensation, if it is pushed away, do not persist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705382076731,"sku":null,"price":94.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"sensory-comfort-cushion","title":"Sensory Comfort Cushion","description":"\u003cp\u003eTactile textures for calm, engagement and familiar hand activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestless hands often look for something to do picking at clothing, fidgeting, pulling at edges. A cushion with varied textures and fastenings gives that impulse somewhere to go, which can be calming and occupying rather than a source of friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral different textures, ribbons and fastenings on one surface. Soft base that sits comfortably on the lap. Securely attached components. Washable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave within easy reach so it can be picked up whenever wanted. No instruction is needed exploring it is the whole activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck attachments regularly for wear if there is any tendency to pull items loose or put things in the mouth. Some people find these childlike and would rather have a familiar real object, such as a folded scarf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout  pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705382928699,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"soft-bedside-comfort-light","title":"Soft Bedside Comfort Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eWarm, simple lighting for a calmer evening environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfusion and agitation often worsen as the light fades. A warm, steady bedside light keeps the room recognisable into the evening and softens the shadows that can be misread as people or objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm-toned light rather than cool white. Simple one-touch operation with no menus or app. Stable base that resists being knocked over. Adjustable brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch on before dusk rather than after confusion begins. Place within reach of the bed but where it will not be knocked when getting up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight in the bedroom overnight disturbs some people's sleep a hallway light may be the better option. Trailing cords are a trip hazard and need to be routed carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705384337723,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"large-button-photo-phone","title":"Large-Button Photo Phone","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimple calling with clear buttons and familiar photo contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dialling a number or navigating a mobile becomes impossible, contact with family can quietly stop altogether. Pressing a photograph of a familiar face removes every step in between, so the person can still ring their daughter themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge photo buttons for one-touch dialling. Oversized number keys with high contrast. Amplified volume for reduced hearing. Hearing-aid compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse clear, recent, well-lit photographs of faces not group shots. Programme only the handful of people who are actually called. Keep it in the same place so it becomes part of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires the person to still recognise faces in photographs. It cannot screen scam or nuisance calls, which may be a real risk a call blocker alongside it is worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705386533179,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"digital-photo-frame","title":"Digital Photo Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn easy way for family photos and familiar moments to stay visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily who live far away can fade from view entirely. A frame that updates itself keeps familiar faces present in the room every day, and gives visitors something immediate to talk about when conversation is hard to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily can send photos remotely so the person never has to manage the device. Automatic slideshow with no buttons to press. Adjustable brightness and timing. Stable stand for a sideboard or bedside table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet it up fully before giving it. Use clear photographs of individual faces, and consider adding names as captions. Older photographs are often recognized more readily than recent ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging images can be confusing or unsettling for some people a slower rotation or a few fixed printed photographs may be better. Needs a family member willing to manage it remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705388269883,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"picture-communication-cards","title":"Picture Communication Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003eVisual prompts to support everyday choices and needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen finding the right word becomes difficult, needs can go unmet and frustration builds on both sides. Pointing at a clear picture lets the person say what they want a drink, the toilet, to be cold or in pain without having to search for language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear, unambiguous images covering common daily needs. Word and picture together on each card. Adult imagery rather than childlike symbols. Wipe-clean and durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce while communication is still reasonably good, so the cards are already familiar when they are needed most. Offer two options at a time rather than the full set. Always allow time rushing defeats the purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires the person to still interpret pictures as representing things. Some find the cards patronising, particularly early on, when simply slowing down and using short sentences works better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705389252923,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"easy-grip-hairbrush","title":"Easy-Grip Hairbrush","description":"\u003cp\u003eA comfortable grooming aid with a larger, easier-to-hold handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrushing your own hair is a small daily act of self-care, and losing it to a handle that is too thin to grip matters more than it sounds. A wider handle can keep grooming something the person does themselves rather than has done to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide, cushioned handle suited to a weak or arthritic grip. Gentle bristles that are comfortable on a sensitive scalp. Lightweight. Ordinary adult appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it in the usual place with the usual toiletries so the routine stays unchanged. Handing it over and letting the person start often works better than beginning for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf raising the arms has become difficult, a long-handled brush may be needed instead. Where hair care has become distressing, a shorter style may do more good than any brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705390727483,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"bathroom-routine-sign-set","title":"Bathroom Routine Sign Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eClear visual prompts for common bathroom routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashing and toileting involve a long sequence of steps that can become hard to hold in order. Simple picture prompts on the wall let the person follow the routine themselves, which keeps a private task private for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep-by-step images for handwashing, toileting and brushing teeth. Moisture-resistant for bathroom use. High-contrast and large enough to read from across the room. Adhesive backing that removes cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace each prompt exactly where the step happens, the handwashing sequence above the basin, not on the door. Point rather than instruct where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people find instructional signs in their own bathroom demeaning. If that is the case, quiet verbal prompting at the right moment achieves the same thing with less cost to dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705391055163,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"easy-use-soap-dispenser","title":"Easy-Use Soap Dispenser","description":"\u003cp\u003eSimple dispensing with less grip and hand strength required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it may help\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stiff pump or a slippery bar of soap is a small obstacle that can quietly stop someone washing their hands properly. Easy dispensing removes the difficulty without anyone needing to step in and help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight-touch or sensor dispensing requiring minimal hand strength. Stable base that resists being knocked over. Clear reservoir so it is obvious when refilling is needed. Suitable for liquid soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace in the same spot each time, close to the tap. A colour that contrasts with the benchtop makes it easier to see. Keep it filled an empty dispenser is a dead end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it may not suit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sensor model can be confusing if the person cannot work out what makes it dispense. Some people manage far better with a familiar bar of soap they have used for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlaceholder product for store layout pending confirmed supplier details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Backyard Play Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":51705391087931,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/backyardplayaustralia.com.au\/collections\/later-stage-comfort-connection.oembed","provider":"Backyard Play Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}